Amanda Schurr is an experienced journalist and communications professional with a passion for storytelling and creative problem-solving. With twenty years in the industry, she has honed her skills as a writer, researcher, editor, and design thinker. Schurr is a detail-oriented individual with a drive to learn and explore new topics. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Film, Art History, and Semiotics from New College of Florida and a Master's degree in Collaborative Design from the Pacific Northwest College of Art. Throughout her career, Schurr has held various positions, including Founder/CEO of Design For Work LLC, Freelance Writer/Editor for numerous publications, Adjunct Professor, and AV Operations Coordinator at PRO Unlimited On-Site at NIKE. Schurr's specialties include sustainability data analysis, PR, marketing, and branding, while her interests lie in arts and culture, design, and systems thinking.