Upon graduating with a degree in Graphic Design, my career eventually led me to my current role as a Creative Strategist at Boston Globe Media (BGM). What began as a freelance graphic design stint seven years ago has evolved into a role that is part designer, part storyteller. I’m responsible for helping prospective advertising clients understand how best to partner with the many brands under the BGM umbrella. My day-to-day involves creating sales materials and crafting narratives that align with client proposals, proactive sales efforts, and editorial initiatives.

By: Erica Szymanski

I spent three years in various leadership roles with Food Assist, the Food Recovery Network (FRN) chapter at the University of Virginia (UVA). Our primary focus was redirecting surplus food donations from donors to shelters and food pantries. These food recoveries relied upon students who had cars to drive the food, which excluded many students without a vehicle. To diversify chapter membership, we expanded the types of activities that our chapter offered and became creative with food transport logistics.