Pleased to meet ya!

Born and raised in Romania, my youth was a constant longing for delving into worlds that were vastly different from my own. The magazine kiosk around the corner was my lifeline — filled with pages upon pages of the looks, music, events, and celebrations that people around the world were experiencing. 

My backup oxygen tank was a small Barbie notepad, which was quickly inundated with stories, thoughts, and various poems requested by my elementary school teachers. From a very young age, writing hooked me — first as a creative means of organizing my thoughts, and, as I grew older, as a tool of empowerment and information dissemination. 

Out of all areas of journalism, writing longform features captivates me the most. Nothing compares to the rush of interviewing and discovering the nooks and crannies of another human’s life and work.

While I have written and reported on a multitude of topics from real estate to higher education, the ones that bring me joy time and time again are cultural topics, travel, psychology, self-actualization, and wellness. 

I am a graduate of New Mexico State University’s journalism program, with an emphasis in print reporting and public relations. My work experience bridges traditional journalism, public relations, and community engagement within industries such as fitness and wellness, higher ed, real estate, and transportation — but my heart belongs in the lifestyle sphere, writing and editing away.

I’ve spent the past 14+ years in the United States, and recently decided to return to Europe. I’m excited to explore this side of the world and the writing opportunities that it brings!