The Funemployed: Charity Blackwell

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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I am an optimistically ambitious Washingtonian from S.C. who happens to love performing original poetry. I currently work for the Department of Commerce.

To Dive a little deeper – Born in Arizona and raised in South Carolina, Charity Blackwell is a spoken word artist who is quickly making a name for herself in the DMV. Charity started writing poetry in high school but recently began performing her work in 2015. While pursuing her undergraduate degree at Trinity University, Charity cultivated, hosted, and performed at numerous spoken-word events for her school. She currently works for the Department of Commerce and recently completed her Master’s degree at Trinity in Communications with a concentration in Leadership. (DCF: Get it girl!) She hosted the 2013, 2014, and 2015 DC SCORES Poetry SLAMS! Now a two-time host of the National SLAM! in New York City. Charity is passionate about poetry, soccer, and youth development, and she remains involved in the D.C. spoken-word scene while she completes her first book of poems.

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The Funemployed: Katya Ananieva

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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Katya Ananieva, She’s Unique Jewelry Boutique. Since taking ownership in March of 2012, Katya Ananieva has transformed She’s Unique Jewelry Boutique into the ultimate shopping destination for minimalistic jewelry. Focused on style and quality, She’s Unique offers a carefully curated selection of up-and-coming, local, domestic, and international designers and brands. Our goal is to offer our customers the most exciting variety of products, educate them on innovative styling techniques, and create a welcoming and inspiring shopping environment!

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The Funemployed: Aylin Sevgili

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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Sev Cities, Founder! My name is Aylin Sevgili (EYE-lin SEV-gilly) and I’m a life-stylist and creative consultant born in Washington D.C. SEV Cities, is an independent life and style website based out of Washington, D.C. curating fresh ideas and creating a social platform through unique events for young and hungry millennials living in The District who are stylish, curious and creative.

Nine months ago I launched a blog for my friends and family that is now being recognized as a brand that acts as a virtual city guide 75% of the time which becomes a reality, the remaining 25% of the time at different pop-up events I host around town to gather, push, promote, and introduce like-minded creative people, places, and brands all in one place (DCF: We are so glad you did!).

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The Funemployed: Heather Shaw Menis

Posted on March 30, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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Heather Shaw Menis, Principal, Fifth & Main PR, I’m a public relations consultant specializing in luxury beauty and fashion.

Bio: After 15 years of public relations and marketing experience, Heather Shaw Menis left the corporate world to pursue her entrepreneurial goals.

Her mission; to bring luxury know-how to fashion, beauty, lifestyle and design businesses looking to establish their brand in the DC market and beyond. From directing local marketing efforts for Saks Fifth Avenue to launching boutique hotels and fine dining restaurants in DC, Heather has built a vast network of contacts in the DC market and the luxury market nationwide.

She has added value to both for-profit and non-profit organizations by connecting these entities from different worlds that share target audiences and similar values, in creative and mutually beneficial ways. A passionate publicist, Heather has worked on award-winning campaigns while at two of the DC area’s top public relations agencies. She also maintained a 50 to 1 Return on Investment for local marketing events at Saks Fifth Avenue. Her work in-house for both the iconic international fashion brand and one of the fastest growing hospitality companies in the country taught her how to most effectively increase revenue via multi-lateral campaigns.

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The Funemployed: Mary Godier

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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Mary Godier, JRINK Juicery Community and Marketing Manager.

I’m a DC transplant from Boston and just got married this past September (DCF: WOOT WOOT, congrats!!). I love being creative- whether it’s taking up a new artistic hobby, or experimenting in the kitchen. I love hosting friends over for dinner, outdoor brunch, exploring DC and drinking all the coffee.

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The Funemployed: Sophie Pyle

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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My name is Sophie Pyle. I am the founder and proprietor of two companies. One is Tweet the Bride, which covers weddings with beautiful, live Instagrams and Tweets. The other is Rosé Media, a boutique social media management and content creation company.

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The Funemployed: Judy Kurtz

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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Judy Kurtz, The Hill’s “In the Know” columnist and a contributor for Fox 5/WTTG-TV and E! News/E! Online. Three jobs are the new one job, right? (DCF: Girl we know all about that over here!!) I cover gossip, politics, entertainment, and the D.C. social circuit in my role at The Hill, as well as co-manage our annual 50 Most Beautiful list. I also appear multiple times a week on Washington’s Fox 5 to get viewers “In the Know,” and I write about the intersection of Hollywood and Capitol Hill for E!.

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The Funemployed: LaShawn Kenley

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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My name is LaShawn Kenley and I am a corporate and fashion consultant in the in the DC area. I work for a staffing agency where I provide employment for administrative assistants, personal assistants, marketing associates, and accounting and hr associates. I also work in the fashion industry for All Things Fashion DC. Within this role I build revenue and exposure for various local companies by increasing awareness and memberships for retailers, and business owners.

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The Funemployed: Ursula Lauriston

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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Ursula Lauriston, Editor-in-Chief, Capitol Standard Magazine a digital publication for influential young professionals. (DCF: We know a few of those!!)

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The Funemployed: Ayesha aka Ayes Cold

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Morgan of DCFunemployment

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My name is Ayesha, also known as Ayes Cold and I’m a DC-based DJ. In June 2015 I founded Ayes Cold Productions, and recently began producing events and creating my own music.

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