Growing up, I spent much of my free time volunteering with local organizations in Austin, one of which was Mobile Loaves and Fishes, a group dedicated to providing food, shelter, and clothing to those in need. I vividly remember one evening when we were delivering supplies to an underserved community. A young boy came up to our truck, probably around eight or nine years old, and he asked for just one pair of socks and a sandwich. Not two, not three, just one.

That interaction stuck with me. He wasn’t alone in his humility; many people we met only asked for the bare essentials, often less than they needed so others could receive something too. It became clear that sometimes those with the least ask for the least, and it taught me the value of small acts of kindness and the joy these could bring. Witnessing the impact these moments had on people changed my perspective and sparked a desire to keep creating meaningful experiences like this, experiences that could connect and uplift others.

This desire eventually led to Converge ATL, a nonprofit I co-founded in Atlanta with a mission to support creatives who need resources. I carry that same spirit of empathy and impact from my early volunteer work into every branding project I take on today. It’s now second nature for me to ask myself how I can create meaningful experiences and foster genuine connections in the work I do, both big and small.

Currently, I’m studying Advertising & Branding with a Business minor at SCAD Atlanta, where I combine my love for innovative campaigns with a focus on creating impactful brand experiences. I’ve also been accepted into SCAD’s Creative Business Leadership master’s program to sharpen my business mindset and develop forward-thinking solutions for the future of branding.

But that’s just part of my story! Beyond my academic pursuits, I’m also a student-athlete on SCAD’s bowling team, a public speaker on consumer engagement, and an advocate for sustainability—fusing eco-conscious strategies into every project. I’m all about exploring the world and giving back to the communities I am a part of.