January 2016 - Present Multiple Broadcast + Digital Outlets Broadcast + Online Media Personality, Contributor and Featured Lifestyle ExpertI create and produce on-air, on-camera and online video shows and segments, such as Marie Claire, Fox 5 - Good Day New York, NBC 4 New York Live and Second Look TV. I cover a wide range of topics, hot trends, and new product features to help make viewers' lives more productive and fun.January 2018 - Present AKC.TV On-Air Trends Correspondent + Host I produce tech and trend segments to make the lives of pet lovers and pet owners better. January 2012 - March 2020That Star Life Writer + Reporter Founder of the highly popular Lifestyle Blog, That Star Life, where used my voice and experience to share upbeat stories that motivate and inspire women. I covered fashion, beauty, lifestyle, technology and trends. * Featured as “Hot Topic Blogger Host of the Day” on the Wendy Williams Show.AWARDS + APPEARANCESBlack Enterprise Magazine "Follow-Worthy Female Bloggers"Quirky, Brown, Love "Amazing Black Blogger"Speaker - Blogger Week 2015Panelist - Dream Project 2015January 2016 - July 2017 Business News Daily Technology + Lifestyle Journalist I covered business, fashion, and beauty and provided empowerment tips and tricks to readers on ways to enhance their lives.May 2015 - June 2016 Sister 2 Sister MagazineLifestyle Writer and Social Media Manager I wrote on the topics of business, pop culture and family living and managed the outlet's social media channels.April 2015 - 2016 Moguldom Media Style, Business & Tech Contributor, Madame NorieI covered business, fashion, and beauty and provided empowerment tips and tricks to readers on ways to enhance their lives.

As the Content and Innovation Director at Essence Global, I leveraged my zeal for telling dynamic stories with my infatuation with media and emerging technologies. I led content and experiential client initiatives (i.e. branded content, integrations, collaborations, and sponsorships) by developing and producing creative activations across screens.Accounts: Target + Google

Account Director for Samsung’s 2016 Gear Fit2 Launch, featuring Gwen Stefani - created and directed targeted media, influencer, and social media campaigns.

Adjunct Faculty Member for LIM College - a private, specialized undergraduate and graduate college focused on the business of fashion in Midtown Manhattan. My department provides advanced study and degrees in EVENTS PLANNING, PUBLIC RELATIONS, FASHION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP. Teaching allows me to maintain a hands-on role with students, keep my finger on the pulse of the fashion and events industry, and to connect industry leaders and influencers throughout NYC.

Account Manager for key agency accounts, including the US Marine Corps, Target, Colgate, Home Depot, Burger King, and Ford. Leadership role with daily management, strategy and training for a team of six and oversight over a $3M live event and public relations budget. Secured top-tiered media opportunities and venues throughout NYC, negotiating vendor and spokesperson contracts.