Emily Rivera
Emily Rivera is the ultimate team glue, bringing contagious enthusiasm and thoughtful organization to everything she touches. A proud Hofstra University graduate with a BFA in Public Relations and a minor in Photography, she blends creativity, communication, and sharp organizational skills to keep teams aligned, energized, and inspired. During her time at Hofstra, she served with Give Kindness, helping lead initiatives that promoted compassion and community on campus.

Her unwavering dedication has helped her thrive in startup environments like Giant Steps Press, Oak Digital, and Whalehouse Point Restaurant & Bar on Fire Island National Seashore. Always ready to roll up her sleeves and jump into action without hesitation.
She's a natural connector known for organizing team events, get-to-know-you Kahoots, and a company-wide step challenge that logged 18,448,116 steps across the team (yep, we counted!). Her efforts consistently strengthens morale, deepens collaboration, and turns coworkers into a true community.
Emily's love for giving back and exploring the world has taken her beyond borders, volunteering in Cambodia and Thailand, where she deepened her passion for service and cross-cultural connection.
That same spirit fuels her current role at The Nick Singh Foundation, where she proudly serves as the Secretary. Bringing her passion for people, systems, and service to a mission she truly believes in: creating impact, spreading positivity, and empowering lives locally and globally.
Favorite Quote*
Man, sometimes it takes you a long time to sound like yourself - Miles Davis
List of Major Accomplishments/Accolades*
- At the Spring 2020 Art Show the Skills and Proficiency Award was given to Emily, student whose photography has grown the most and evolved over the course of the semester.
- Adapted Hofstra Orientation from in-person to online for 1456 students as an Orientation Leader.
- Co-lead Publisher Award Sourcing for company's Marketing Clients earning placements in articles like People's 2022 Style Awards, Men's Health Sleep Awards, Kitchn Essentials Grocery List, GQ Grooming Awards, & so much more.

