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Meet Desi
I’m a code writing, pixel-pushing, content-creating, Apple-loving, digital creator, and creative professional from Detroit, MI that never stops learning. With 20 years of professional experience, fortunately, I’ve held many positions across a range of industries that have allowed me to cultivate a skill set that makes me adaptable to many opportunities.
Every day I strive to make a positive impact on the world and encourage others to achieve success both in business and in life. My mission is to educate and inspire those within my reach by sharing my personal experiences.
Want to learn more about me? Read my bio, check out my portfolio to see my work, view my skills and background on my resume, subscribe to my email list, or connect with me on your favorite social networks.
My background
Where I've Been
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Education
Digital Marketing Nanodegree
Udacity/OneBIT
2022-2023
Information Technology Pathways 6
Focus: HOPE Information Technology Center
2022-2022
Media and Communications Certification
Full Sail University
2020-2021
Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science
Full Sail University
2016-2017
Media Arts & Technology, Bachelor of Arts
Michigan State University
2008-2015
Experience
Brand Specialist and WordPress Web Designer
Brand & Press Studio
2008-Present
Youth Advisor, Direct Care (Footprints)
Peckham
2024-Present
Women's Economic Empowerment Outreach Coordinator
Women’s Center of Greater Lansing/AmeriCorps VISTA
2023-Present
Delivery Partner (Delivery Driver)
GoPuff
2022-Present
Content Marketer
Public Sector Consultants
2022-2023
Affiliations
Co-Host/Facilitator
MIpreneur (formerly Lansing Marketing Hackers)
2024-Present
Member
U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce
2023-Present
Member
Blacks In Technology Foundation
2022-Present
Member
Rising Tide Society (Southeast Michigan Chapter)
2020-Present
My portfolio
What I've Done
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My journal
Recent Updates
Lansing Marketing Hackers Group is now MIpreneur
Going into 2024, Paul Schmidt and I decided to rebrand the Lansing Marketing Group to MIpreneur. Learn about the change and what’s next.
I’m a Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate
I received the Meta Elevate Scholarship, and passed the Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate exam. Read about my experience.
Coding with Desi: My Journey Unveiled
Learn more about my background in coding, including how I got started, how I developed my skills, and how to see what’s next in my journey.
Want to work with me?
If you are a solopreneur or professional that is building a personal or business brand, I can help you with Brand Identity & Strategy, WordPress Web Design & Development, and Digital Marketing. Visit my studio, Brand & Press to view my services and learn more about working with me.