What I Do: Career Stories

Susie Vulpas works in international Marine Conservation in Indonesia. She was a Fulbright Research Scholar in Java researching mangroves, a U.S. State Dept Critical Language Scholar, and did the Peace Corps in Mali.

Julianna LaRosa is a Producer. She’s currently the VP, Head of Development and Production at ChangeUp Productions in LA. She’s previously worked in TV development and casting.

Scott Yeates is the founder and president of Mythology Distillery, a craft distillery in Denver. His whiskey, gin, vodka and other spirits have been named Best CO Distillery two years in a row and its spirits have been awarded many Medals.

Zach Olschwanger is the founder of The Austin Bouldering Project (the largest bouldering gym in the country) and he recently cofounded Crafted Energy, as well as finishing his MBA from LSE this year.

Sean Woods is a Literary Manager and Development Executive at Fourward, a management firm in LA. He works closely with writers to put their creative work into production. 

Alicia Kort is a journalist. She’s based in NYC, has written for 15 magazines and online publications. She's currently a full-time eCommerce Writer at SHE Media's sites.

Claire Hoverman is a medical doctor of obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) in Austin. She treats women of all ages, and all diagnoses from irregular periods to pregnancy to prolapse. If she’s not in clinic, then she's probably out delivering babies (like mine, last December!) and previously has volunteered with Doctors Without Borders in Sierra Leone.

Amanda Maltz is a manager for learning and organizational development at Warner Brothers Entertainment in LA. Previously, she was a Senior HR Manager at Legendary Entertainment, worked with talent at Netflix, and headed Learning and Development at Lionsgate. 

Bowen Vernan is a US Navy Officer and helicopter pilot! He’s currently transitioning to the civilian sector as a commercial airline pilot. He worked on the operational policy side of the Navy doing international planning and security, working with NATO and facilitating security cooperation with Middle Eastern countries. 

Carson Sartain is the Senior Media Relations Manager for The Nature Conservancy’s Texas Chapter. Previously she was an Account Lead at an agency, did freelance work, and worked in LA in production and writing on TV shows.