Steele is a end-to-end brand and marketing consultancy specializing in the built environment.
We forge powerful brand and marketing strategies that build enduring connections and drive sustainable growth for our clients.
Inspired by the remarkable properties and historical significance of steel, our agency embodies the strength, versatility, and innovation of this essential material. At Steele, our brand and marketing experts share a deep appreciation for the built world. From design and construction to management and maintenance, we're captivated by how built environments impact users and communities, both individually and collectively.
Meet your people.
Courtney Olson
Founder + President
With more than 15 years of experience, Courtney has driven innovative marketing strategies that elevate brands, engage audiences, inspire stakeholders, and fuel business growth. Her impact spans globally across the built environment—covering design, construction, development, facilities services, and commercial real estate.
Victoria Michalski
Head of Creative
Victoria is a strategic brand professional with extensive experience in establishing and maintaining the integrity of brands through a creative lens for high-growth organizations within commercial real estate.
Brandon Rousseau
Head of Digital
Brandon is a seasoned digital marketing leader with more than 10 years of experience helping brands drive growth and navigate complex digital landscapes. He specializes in transforming marketing strategies into scalable solutions that deliver long-term value, particularly within the built environment.
Jacob Abrams
Motion Design Specialist
Jacob is a Motion Designer and Visual Effects artist with over 15 years of experience. His work includes motion graphics for television, film, and commercial use. He believes captivating motion—awesome video, animation, and graphics—is the secret sauce for grabbing attention and making messages stick. High-quality, stylish visuals create lasting impact. He wants clients to see him as a true partner—someone who values how a brand communicates visually.
Kayla Christenson
Marketing Specialist
Kayla is a storyteller and visual communicator with a background in journalism, photography, and public relations. A former U.S. Air Force photojournalist and Photojournalist of the Year, she blends strategic thinking, creative execution, and grit to craft narratives that connect. For Kayla, great brand work sparks recognition—those “That’s me” moments that resonate deeply. She brings empathy, precision, and purpose to every story, believing that brands should stand for something meaningful and communicate in ways that truly matter.
