After years of private sector experience working in marketing and as a copywriter, and in higher education as a writing instructor, Janet established her own business in 2015 as a freelance writer and editor who also offers academic support services.
Liz is a professional writer and editor with a master's degree in public relations and organizational communications, who is also pursuing a career in fiction writing.
Inglish is a millennial entrepreneur with a degree in communication from Bowling State Green University. Among other volunteer roles, she is a board member for Brilliant Detroit; she also spent three months in South Africa as an intern and volunteer.
Laurie uses her journalism background to tell powerful stories for the Oakland Literary Council, a non-profit that seeks to end adult illiteracy. She also has an MFA in writing.
Zavia is a public affairs specialist for the City of Detroit. She loves working with residents, making sure their voices are heard and problems solved. Zavia has an MBA and is eager to network with other communicators.
Tarana has two master's degrees in communications and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Business Administration. She also displays an entrepreneurial streak through her online bridal accessory and jewelry business. Another sideline is her work as voice-over talent.
Chiara is a communications and outreach specialist for the Area Agency on Aging 1B. She also worked as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, which set the course for her career in non-profit communications.
Elizabeth Russell earned a graduate degree in communications from Grand Valley State University, and works at the university's Detroit branch, overseeing daily operations. She is also the author of two yet-to-be-published children's books.
Anjelica is a recent Wayne State grad who works in PR with clients in manufacturing, retail, utility and non-profit industries. She was the first web intern for Hour Detroit, and one of her first college newspaper stories was shared 250 times within 24 hours.
Cindy Orlandi is a retired PR and marketing executive who is still pursuing her passions in writing and volunteer work. AWC-Detroit's Little Libraries initiative in Detroit inspired her to donate copies of her book, which benefits a favorite cause, animal rescue.
