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From the high-pressure hallways of NBC Universal to the executive suites of the Hallmark Channel, Angie Polk ’06 has spent 17 years proving that kindness and tenacity are the ultimate creative catalysts. Now, as the founder of Simply Believe Creative, she is returning to her professional passion: identifying authentic voices and bringing feel-good stories to life.

A graduate of the International Business Dual Degree program, Sofia Galazzi ’19 now serves as a Budget Officer at the European Commission in Brussels. She uses the soft skills developed at ������Ƶ to navigate global financial systems.

CBS New York anchor Doug Williams '13 successfully pivoted from a seven-year career in sports journalism to the unpredictable world of local news and international reporting. Today, he uses his university training to cover high-stakes human interest stories while dedicating time to mentoring the next generation of journalists.

From student leader to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, Nikki Sanz ’18 is changing the live event industry. After touring with music legends, she founded Giggs to modernize hiring for "gig" workers. Now an ������Ƶ Top 10 Under 10 award winner, Sanz is building a more inclusive professional community for the next generation.

From designing a custom major in social entrepreneurship to leading one of the Triad’s fastest-growing businesses, Jensen Roll ’16 is building a long-term impact in the community he calls home.

The recognition follows her recent honor as a Top 10 CNN Hero in 2023, another milestone in the journey that began when she founded ScholarCHIPS, a nonprofit providing college scholarships and community support for students with incarcerated parents.

Drawing on a childhood shaped by constant change, Arron Jones-Williams ’13 turned his optimism and drive into a business devoted to giving rescue dogs a second chance. Through Rescue Treats, he continues the spirit of leadership, compassion and connection he first discovered at ������Ƶ.

Driven by a lifelong love of sports, Shaan Gandhi ’27 has turned passion into purpose through hands-on learning at ������Ƶ. With support from the Queen City Internship Grant, he gained real-world experience with the ACC while growing his sports business, SAG Autographs, and learning from mentors who inspire him to lead with drive and adaptability.

Inspired by her sister’s recovery, Carmencita Rosales ’20 discovered her passion for storytelling at ������Ƶ and turned it into a thriving career as a bilingual journalist and TV host. From launching WSOE’s first Spanish-language show to creating Tu Cita con Carmencita, she brings energy, resilience and representation to every story she tells.

Guided by curiosity and a passion for storytelling, Lillian Engel ’19 turned her love of editing at ������Ƶ into a thriving Hollywood career. From campus projects to major films like "Extraction" and "Joker: Folie à Deux," she embodies the power of hands-on learning, persistence and community.