Sarah Lee

Combined with her 26-year dedication to the nonprofit sector—serving most in the fire and emergency services—Sarah Lee found her calling at the National Volunteer Fire Council in 2005. After serving as deputy chief executive since 2006, she became CEO in 2021. Lee oversees all of the organization’s operations, from membership to programs. In addition to a bachelor’s degree, she has a master’s degree in public administration and nonprofit management and is credentialed as a Certified Association Executive through the American Society of Association Executives. Lee serves as the membership chair with the Purcellville, VA, Volunteer Fire Department, where she helps with recruitment and retention.