School
CUNY City College of New York, Flatiron School
Expertise
Michelin star restaurants, International travel to Asia and the Caribbean, Fitness activities such as hiking, camping, mountain biking, and lifting
- Manny has written topline research reports about how brands can show up for the Black community in relation to travel and dining.
- He crafted the content for Black Shift, a website that highlights Black Gen Z's market buying power in travel, media, and education.
- His interview with Black Changemakers for McDonald's was published by REVOLT, highlighting how community leaders are enlightening others on the importance of travel, financial literacy, and mentoring.
Experience
Manny began his professional writing career as a Branded Content Writer for REVOLT Media & TV. Prior to this role, he served as a Senior Producer, crafting original stories featuring people with disabilities. He is seeking agent representation for a magical realism novel.
Education
Manny graduated summa cum laude in English, Creative Writing from CUNY City College of New York. He received his certification in UX/UI Product Design from Flatiron School.
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