“Welcome to the United States of America!” A Customs and Border Protection Officer greeted me with these words at the start of my new life in a different culture. After more than 10 years in the U.S., I still call Bavaria, Germany my home. However, I always wanted to see more of the world. I […]

“I’m passionate about finance and the great outdoors. Living in Alaska and spending months in the Denali Mountain range and Delta Junction, I developed a deep appreciation for those living on the frontier and having to solve complex problems with few resources. I also spent a lot of time playing hockey and skiing, balancing my […]

Growing up in a small town in Colombia, I never imagined that one day I’d go across the continent alone to experience a new culture, speak another language, and build meaningful relationships with people completely different from myself. The same desire for growth and curiosity about unique stories that have led me through initiatives in […]

From an early age, I remember being interested in maps and any bird’s eye view image. My father used aerial photography for his analysis as a U.S. Department of Agriculture employee. I still remember going into his office and looking at the pixelated monotone 8.5 by 11-inch Landsat tiles mosaicked on his office wall. I […]

“Raised by a career US Army officer dad and a civilian Army project manager mom, I was instilled with a deep sense of service. Whether as an Eagle Scout or team captain in track or rugby, I feel profound satisfaction from lifting others up by being a dependable and friendly support system. At The George […]

“Growing up in a multi-cultural family from Eastern Europe, I developed an internationalist perspective at an early age. I further expanded this perspective while completing my Juris Doctor with a focus on international law at George Mason Law School, followed by a Master’s in International Policy from the Elliott School of International Affairs at The […]

“Hey there! I’m Andy. I’ve spent the better part of my career in the thick of government affairs and corporate communications, steering through the maze of legislation, regulatory processes, and making sure our communities are set up for success. When I’m not in the office, you’ll find me at home, diving into DIY projects with […]

“The art of communication is the language of leadership. I have always been fascinated with not only communication, but the various types of communication that directly motivate or demotivate people. It often times has a direct correlation on whether an organization achieves its goals. With sports playing an important part in my life, I learned […]

“My late father retired as an executive for McDonald’s Corporation at the age of 48 (yes, Big Macs put my sister and me through college/med school). He was the utmost professional and expected the same from my sister and I. He encouraged us to always build and maintain healthy relationships in the workplace. I attended […]

“I’ve always thrived on creative expression. From writing stories to capturing life’s moments through photography and film, I love letting my imagination run wild. Growing up in Nicaragua, I was surrounded by a vibrant culture that nurtured my creativity and taught me to appreciate the richness of different perspectives. Alongside the beauty, I also witnessed the […]