About Us

Sophie Baron is a student at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication and double minoring in Leadership for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship. Sophie has a strong passion for leadership and is looking for opportunities to expand her leadership skills in a professional setting. She previously has held multiple leaderhsip positions like President of her sorority, VP of Hillel, VP Standards for Panhellenic, the Talent and Leadership Development Team Intern for HIllel International, and more.You can learn more about her previous experience and skills here. 

Kiersten Callahan is a student at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication and minoring in Marketing. Kiersten is a dedicated addition to any team and is always looking to show her capabilities in leadership and communication skills. You can learn more about her experience here.

Brooke DeLorey is a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication and double minoring in Leadership for Sustainability and Environmental Studies. She is a determined, creative, and goal oriented individual who strives for excellence in anything she does. She is also an exceptional team player who naturally takes a leadership role to effectively accomplish a task. Her passion for environmental justice and works communicate relevant issues that are happening in society today. She hopes to work in Public Relations for an environmentally conscious company after earning her degree. You can learn more about her professional work and experiences here.      

Ellie Evans is a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication and minoring in Entrepreneurship. She is an aspiring entrepreneur that loves to stretch her creativity across many platforms and motivate others to do the same. Her passion for jewelry has led her to start her own small business which she is hoping to expand into a larger corporation one day. Evans has experience in marketing, merchandising, and a great set of skills in written and verbal communication making her a valuable member to any team. You can learn more about her profession experience here 

Ryan Grigalonis is a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communications and minoring in Business Marketing. Ryan is a welcomed asset to any team with his hardworking attitude, positive outlook, and excellent communication skills. Ryan has experience in customer service, hospitality, and sports and is currently doing camera and broadcast work for the College of Charleston's athletic department and hopes to expand in this field in the future. Ryan also has international experience in Auckland, New Zealand. You can learn more about him and his professional work, experience, and skills here.

Gemma Hansen is a senior at the College of Charleston double majoring in Political Science and Communication. During her time at the College, Gemma has focused on developing strong leadership skills, exploring new subjects though diverse coursework, and building community on campus.  Passionate about advancing human rights around the world, Gemma hopes to work as a Foreign Service Officer for the United States Agency for International Development. Learn more about her professional experiences here.

Kyle is a senior at the College of Charleston and will receive a Bachelor's in Communication. He has a strong work ethic and is passionate about achieving and exceeding his professional and personal goals. He is a max effort worker who is results driven. He has a knack for accomplishing his goals through an exceptional attention to detail and hard work. Relationship-building is incredibly important to him. His career goal is to work in sales and build relationships that ignite opportunities, foster trust, and inspire transformative growth for both his clients and his organization, leaving a legacy of enduring success.  Learn more about his professional profile here.     

Ella Howarth is a senior at The College of Charleston. She is majoring in Communication and minoring in Entrepreneurship. Ella has a love for exploring the world around her and assessing life with an unconventional point of view to bring innovative ideas to help businesses and people flourish. She is an empathetic out of the box thinker with a growth mindset and a vision focused outlook making her an essential asset for any team. She is not only eager but excited to learn and grow in both her personal and professional career. To learn more about her professional skills and experiences click here . 

Lucy Lapeyrouse is a student at the College of Charleston who is a Communication major. Lucy is a hardworking asset to any team and looks forward to expanding her professional leadership skills in the workplace. You can learn more about Lucy's workplace history here.

Julia Lewis is a a senior at the College of Charleston who is earning her degree in Communication. Julia proudly represents the Department of Communication as their Outreach Associate. Her outgoing personality and experience with public speaking/client interaction has led her to a strong interest for a future in sales. Learn more about her professional development and skills here.

Sophie Liles is a student at the College of Charleston who studies Communication and Spanish. She enjoys working in interactive and dynamic workspaces with opportunity to grow. Her passion for travel, adventure and people has taken her to incredible places leaving her with communication experiences around the globe. For fun she loves to scuba dive, learn new languages, and be with family. You can learn more about her professional status here.

Claire McCaffrey is a personable senior at the College of Charleston who studies Marketing and Communication. Claire carries an optimistic and innovative outlook, making her a valuable asset to any team she is part of. She hopes to use her experience in event marketing, social media management, and team leadership for a career in advertising. Learn more about her professional experience and skills here

Avery Nye is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Gender Studies. Avery is an aspiring event planner, fundraising enthusiast and a nonprofit advocate. She has experience working with nonprofit event planning, managing social media and successfully leading a team. Avery is eager to build her expertise in the professional field. Learn more about her skills and professional experience and skills here.

Madelyn Patrick is a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication. She is an extrovert with a caring personality and adventurous spirit. Maddie has gained valuable experience in management, customer service, and marketing. She hopes to stay in Charleston and pursue a career in sales or event planning with a mission driven company. Learn more about her professional experience and skills  here.

Megan Reda is a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication with a minor in Marketing. Megan is an aspiring entrepreneur and has worked in several startup companies. She is the co-founder and instructor for The Zen Bar Studio, a waterfront yoga and fitness company. Megan has a natural curiosity for the art of communication and a keen eye for marketing strategies. She is on a journey to unlock her full potential as a future leader in the world of media and branding. You can learn more about Megan here  

Samantha Repass is a Senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication. Her passion for leadership and her community has led Samantha to have a strong interest in law and event planning. Samantha is a hard working, dedicated, and passionate individual who is  eager to develop more skills and knowledge. She looks forward to connecting with leaders in the event planning industry and legal field. You can learn more about Samantha's previous experiences, professional history, annd skills here. 

Jade Salazar is a Senior at The College of Charleston majoring in Communication with a minor in Marketing. Jade is currently engaged in an internship with SouthCity PR while balancing her studies and a part-time coaching job at F45 Training. Jade has experience in both teaching and leading a large group, and is eager to build her skill-set in the Public Relations field. You can learn more about her experience here. 

Tyler Whartenby is a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communication with a minor in Marketing. He is currently serving as a social media and marketing intern at CofC. With a passion for working with people and a charasmatic and sociable personality, Tyler is interested in pursuing PR and marketing after graduating in the spring of 2024. Excelling in communication and public speaking skills, he is eager to enter the professional world with hopes in pursuing his Master's Degree in Communications. You can learn more about his professional experiences and skills here.

Tori Zlatanoff is a well-rounded Senior studying Communication and Women and Gender Studies at the College of Charleston.  Tori is an experienced, passionate, and hard-working individual.  She has years of experience in retail sales, fashion merchandising and styling, social media marketing, and customer service.  Tori will be graduating in the Spring of 2024 and hopes to find work in the sales industry.  You can learn more about her experiences and accomplishments here

Beth Goodier is the Professor and proud member of the Leadership Capstone. She has been teaching at the College of Charleston since 2001 and she enjoys working students who are curious, engaged, and ready to launch into the next phase of their professional lives. You can learn more about her research and professional interests here.