About
Hi, I'm Orlee!
I'm an Ervin Scholar at Washington University in St. Louis exploring the intersection of media, business, and social impact.
I've been the youngest person in the room, the leader who wasn't sure she was qualified, and the person who goes places alone instead of not going at all. From my experiences solo traveling across over 10 countries, managing a film festival, and implementing sustainable business strategies within non-profits, I’ve learned that the most meaningful impact occurs right outside of our comfort zones, and I’ve made a habit of operating there.
I'm passionate about using creativity, strategy, and community-building to make an impact and I'm always excited to connect with people who believe in doing the same.
Watch this video to see my story, and let’s connect!
- Awareness Film Festival
- LGBT+ VC
- PwC
- Environmental Media Association
- Nas Daily
- WashU
- Awareness Film Festival - LGBT+ VC - PwC - Environmental Media Association - Nas Daily - WashU
My work
At the intersection of business, creativity and impact.
Managing the 14th annual Awareness Film Festival; hosting panels, coordinating with sponsors, theater venues, press, and 200+ filmmakers to screen over 100 independent films.
Interviewing Gen Z audiences at the Suffs Musical on Broadway on the importance of listening to different perspectives, breaking echo chambers, and voting as a Correspondent for Sophie Beren’s “The Conversationalist”.
Hosting conversations with WashU students about campus life, college advice, and personal insights :)
Advocating for sustainability in entertainment through the Environmental Media Association.
Attending the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2026 as a Young Lion!
Creator Portfolio
I create content for people navigating moments of change. Whether that's starting college, solo traveling, navigating friendships, pursuing big goals, or simply learning to trust themselves, I've built a community that reaches over 8 million people monthly and encourages others to do things scared as opposed to not at all.
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Brand Collaborations
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