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The woman behind the work

Downtown Alexandria, VA

Downtown Alexandria, VA

Hometown

Alexandria, VA.

Claim to fame: George Washington's house is down the street from mine. At this point I am probably qualified to give you a tour. 

My graduation cap. Just in case you didn't believe that I graduated. (Yes, I'm a Harry Potter fan.)

My graduation cap. Just in case you didn't believe that I graduated. (Yes, I'm a Harry Potter fan.)

Education

Syracuse University

S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications

Majors: Advertising, Psychology

Minor: English

Interesting classes: Advertising Campaigns, Creative Portfolio, Fashion Advertising and Promotion, Advertising Research, Graphic Design, Communications Law

I made this Milk Bar-inspired cake from scratch. It took 2 days and 4 separate recipes, but it was delicious.

I made this Milk Bar-inspired cake from scratch. It took 2 days and 4 separate recipes, but it was delicious.

Things I do that aren't Writing

I do have a few rare moments when I'm not writing copy. What do I do during that time?

Baking: I’m currently fueling my sweet tooth by baking my way through Dominique Ansel’s cookbook.

Traveling: I've been to 20 countries and counting. Should I have a TLC show? Probably.

Reading: Mostly Harry Potter, repeatedly. You’ll want me on your trivia team.

Makeup Artistry: I'm a certified makeup artist. It doesn’t really come in handy.