Lily Mariano is currently a student at the Fashion Institute of Technology pursuing a degree in Business Management and minoring in International Trade & Marketing. With previous experience in Social Media Management and Marketing across the fashion space, she was eager to channel her creativity into another passion—hospitality. With a background of working in restaurants and a genuine love for food and dining, the shift felt seamless. The transition offered a fresh perspective and strengthened her ability to connect with audiences across different media platforms. A lover of all things visual, she’s especially drawn to graphic design and its power to influence how people absorb media. Lily moved to New York City from Dallas, Texas, is of Filipino-American heritage, and in her free time, you can find her cafe-hopping around the city, frolicking around Central Park, or seeking the next insta-worthy dinner reservation.