I am pursuing this candidacy from a place of positivity and genuine desire to make the MBA experience as meaningful as possible for my fellow classmates and broader network. I believe that the bulk of the value of an MBA happens outside of the classroom and is a direct reflection on not only the number of connections made but the strength of those connections. I have built strong relationships within my cohort and have an ear to the ground on what they are hoping to see in the future, which would prime the MBA Network for more engagement and participation. I come from the media and entertainment industry, having worked in Los Angeles and New York City with brands like HBO, Tinder, and most recently launching Paris Hilton’s media company. With my marketing background, I bring a unique toolkit to this position including expertise in communications/PR, marketing, events, and brand strategy. These skills coupled with the ability to manage large internal and external teams, holistic budget planning, and communicate leadership vision is what has propelled my career forward. Having worked in a highly saturated industry in competitive markets, I have honed networking and relationship building as a superpower. Last year, I was recognized on the shortlist for Advertising Week New York’s Future Is Female list, honoring top women executives in the industry for their work ethic, business impact, and change they have created. I hope this gives a snapshot into my ability to confidently step into a leadership role.