Our Distinguished Alumni embody the Foundation’s mission of advancing opportunity, proving that talent and determination can open doors to lasting success.
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Rosalyn DurantEVP, Programming & AcquisitionsESPNTHF Internships
'97, '98, Turner, ESPN"The T. Howard Foundation opened doors for me that launched my career, connecting me to internships that built my understanding of the industry, my skills and my confidence. Now, serving on the... -
Veronika MoroianFounder and CEOVxM AITHF Internship
'02, DIRECTV"I am grateful to the T. Howard Foundation for sponsoring my summer internship at DIRECTV, which opened the door to my first job at Univision Communications and launched my career in media... -
Alicia MinterCEO & Creative DirectorBiggs CreativeTHF Internship
'03, IFC"Since my T. Howard internship in 2003, I have stayed active with T. Howard as a mentor for other interns. I absolutely love the opportunity to give back as a mentor, especially... -
Victor GussVP, Advanced Services, DistributionFox CorporationTHF Internship
'04, Hallmark"My THF internship provided key experience that helped me transition to the media industry, including valuable relationships that I still have today. I am forever grateful and I hope to provide similar... -
Lindsay LaBennettVice PresidentWassermanTHF Internship
'04, SiriusXM"My internship with the T. Howard Foundation at SiriusXM was a great first step into this industry of marketing. I still value and covet the relationships I developed and the lessons I... -
Julie ShenHead of Strategy & AnalysisAdvance LocalTHF Internship
'04, Viacom"The T. Howard Foundation opened the door to my career by connecting me to my first internship at Viacom in 2004. That opportunity provided not just access, but confidence and a foundation... -
Niambi WinterSVP, Internal CommunicationsWalker & DunlopTHF Internship
'04, ABC News"T. Howard’s support undoubtedly springboarded my career. I would not be where I am today without it and I’m so grateful for the opportunity it has afforded me to not only secure... -
Monique BlakeHead of Global Analyst RelationsDataikuTHF Internship
'05, XM Satellite Radio"My internship with the T. Howard Foundation was the catalyst that sparked my confidence. By mandating a higher standard, a reflection of the Foundation, my intern class was differentiated as next level... -
Steven DeShieldsDirector, Strategic PartnershipsThurgood Marshall College FundTHF Internship
'05, Viacom Media Networks"The T. Howard Foundation possesses a unique superpower, the ability to meet students where they are! The Foundation pours so much into the students and alumni, and my experience is a testament... -
Pisei CheaVice President - Senior AnalystMoody's RatingsTHF Internship
'06, Discovery Communications"Through my T. Howard internship, I built lasting relationships and gained invaluable professional experience that led to my first full-time job out of college and gave me the skills I needed to... -
Brittany KingSVP, Business Inclusion, Impact & Belonging, VaynerXTHF Internship
'06, We-TV"The T. Howard Foundation gave me my start. Without it I'm not sure my career in media would exist." Brittany is the SVP of Business Inclusion, Impact & Belonging at VaynerX, where she... -
Cierra Pacheco3X Emmy-Winning Film Editor, FounderQuietbeast ProductionsTHF Internship
'06, Mobile ESPN"The T. Howard Foundation helped me understand the marketing and corporate aspect of film production. I am grateful for that experience." Cierra’s career as a Video Editor began when she was hired as... -
Sharita PetersenVice President of CreativeParamount GlobalTHF Internship
'06, Outdoor Life Network"The T. Howard Foundation has been truly pivotal in shaping both my personal and professional journey. Through the Foundation, I was introduced to mentors who not only guided me but actively advocated... -
Steven MosleyVice President of Creative MarketingDisney Entertainment TelevisionTHF Internship
'07, Versus"T. Howard was instrumental in setting up a successful career in the entertainment industry. Their in-person orientation taught me skills on presentation and professionalism that I utilize to this day. The continued... -
Ashley BartonExecutive Vice President5W Public RelationsTHF Internships - '08, '09,
Multichannel News, NBCUniversal"The T. Howard Foundation was one of the greatest learning experiences of my life. Its opportunities for internships and its mentors shaped my work ethic, my commitment to excellence, and my lasting... -
Isaac AhnVP Development, Universal Television Entertainment Group, NBCUniversalTHF Internships
'09, '10, Time Warner Cable, HBO"I am here today because of the T. Howard Foundation, which gave me a roadmap, mentors, valuable work experience, a network of fellow interns, and most valuably, they showed me possibilities." Isaac serves... -
Nicole ShirleyVice President, MarketingL'OréalTHF Internship
'10, Showtime Networks"The T. Howard Foundation was a pivotal stepping stone in my career, providing me with a strong foundation in the world of media and entertainment — an industry that remains central to... -
Jonathan NixonArea Vice President - SalesGartnerTHF Internships
'09, '11 AMC Networks"The support I received from the T. Howard Foundation was more than just a stepping stone in my career—it provided an important lens that gave me the opportunity see the broader landscape... -
Alexandra EbanksIndustry Communications & Community Engagement Lead, N.A., VisaTHF Internship
'11, AMC Networks"THF kickstarted my career in the communications field and the entertainment industry by providing me with the fundamentals to navigate this journey inclusive of the art of networking, organization and hustle." Alex is... -
Jasmine ShocknessContent Business Development LeadMetaTHF Internship
'11, NBCUniversal"The T. Howard Foundation has been a transformative force in my life, shaping both my career path and personal growth. Through its programs and network, I gained invaluable knowledge about the media... -
Anna-Lysa Gayle5X Emmy-Winning News Reporter/AnchorDC News Now/Nexstar BroadcastingTHF Internships
'11, '12, Showtime Networks, CNN"The T. Howard Foundation exposed me to opportunities beyond my wildest dreams, giving me the confidence to move forward with enthusiasm in a field that can be difficult to break into. It... -
Amina SmithSportsCenter AnchorESPNTHF Internship
'12, DIRECTV"The T. Howard Foundation was an important and integral part in the early stages of my career in media. During my T. Howard internship with DIRECTV, the Foundation aligned me with a... -
Bryan SalazarVice PresidentJ.P. MorganTHF Internships - '12, '13
Comcast, Viacom, NBCUniversal"Thanks to THF, I gained hands-on media experience and joined a lifelong network of diverse professionals. Internships at top companies helped shape my goals and gave me the confidence to pursue leadership... -
B. MonetFounderBeautifully Made for Us Inc.THF Internship
GMMB"T. Howard Foundation reminded me that I wasn’t alone on this journey—that there were people who saw my light. My success has always come from relentless hard work and determination, T. Howard... -
Anisah JabarEmmy-Winning Producer, Actress, EditorIndependentTHF Internship
'13, Paramount (Viacom)"This foundation provided me with the opportunity to network with other professionals in the media industry. The leadership is exceptional and I love that we’ve stay connected since I graduated in 2014.... -
Cristian PalmaCEO and FounderOFF THE CUFFTHF Internships
'13, '14, AT&T"The T. Howard Foundation empowered me to dream and inspired me to turn those dreams into reality. With an amazing network and community that feels like family, I came to believe that... -
Kelsey Nicole NelsonFounder, Host, and Executive ProducerListen in with KNNTHF Internship
'14, SmartBrief"I am forever grateful for and to the T. Howard Foundation and to the internship program and alumni program if offers. It was the first program that challenged me to go outside... -
Breanna O'ConnerExecutive Producer, Head of TV & FilmImaginarium Creative AgencyTHF Internship
'14, Paramount Pictures"The T. Howard Foundation played an essential part in my career journey as it provided me with my first professional work experience in entertainment publicity, as well as afforded me the opportunity... -
Alexandra GivanLead, Global Community ProgramsTikTokTHF Internships
'14, '15, Comcast NBCUniversal, NCTA"Being a T. Howard Foundation intern was absolutely critical to my early, and continued, career success! Following two rigorous and educational THF internships and a decade later, the investment from the THF... -
Mikayla BarnettVP, MarTech Engagement & Communications Product, Goldman SachsTHF Internship
'15, AMC Networks"T. Howard means opportunity, mentorship, exposure, and community to me. The experience I gained through my internship at AMC Networks and the incredible foundation it provided for my career is something I... -
Kaila Perez BooneChief of Staff, Product and Business StrategyPinterestTHF Internship
'15, AT&T AdWorks"Early in your career, the most critical inflection point is getting your first opportunity – and T. Howard provided me exactly that. Gaining early exposure, experience, and a community of like-minded peers... -
London Coleman-WilliamsVice PresidentM BoothTHF Internship
'15, AMC Networks"The T. Howard Foundation was my career's sounding board. I'm immensely grateful and I couldn't have started my NYC career without it. THF provided the critical network, mentorship, and exposure needed to... -
Sabella ScaliseEmmy-Winning ProducerNBC Los AngelesTHF Internship
'15, DIRECTV"The T. Howard Foundation is a gift that keeps on giving. The Foundation, through its internship program, helped build my résumé, get me into graduate school, and launch my career in media.... -
Issachar LeeFinance Coach & Content Creator@HealerOfWalletsTHF Internship
'16, CBS News"Being a T. Howard Foundation member opened the door for me. That experience gave me confidence, connections, and skills that still shape my career today. THF showed me what was possible." Issachar, widely... -
Josie CyrusHead of Development22 SummersTHF Internship
'17, Viacom"THF helped shape my career by showing me what was possible in the industry before I graduated college. I gained so much insight and got to meet so many inspiring people. Very... -
Sheerica Ware WilkinsPolitical DirectorJon Ossoff for SenateTHF Internship
'18, The New York Times"The Foundation will always be a foundational part of my professional journey, not only because of the opportunity it provided me but because of the values it affirmed: equity, exposure, and excellence." Sheerica... -
Erica D'CostaSenior Global Consumer Communications Manager, LinkedInTHF Internship
'19, CBS News"Being part of the T. Howard Foundation in college gave me real-world experience, industry access, and the confidence to see myself in spaces I once only imagined. I’m deeply grateful to the... -
Anatola ArabaForbes 30 Under 30, Founder, DirectorReimagine Story LabTHF Internship
'20, Hearst Magazines"When COVID cancelled every prestigious program in 2020, T. Howard Foundation placed me at Hearst Magazines — and it changed everything. What started as an internship became three years as an employee,... -
Alandya WarrenContent Creator@EbonyArchivalTHF Internships
'22, '23, Publicis, Paramount"The T. Howard Foundation gave me the mentors, resources, and network to launch my career. I’ve been proud to intern, serve as a Campus Ambassador, and give back to a program that... -
Kenneth OjeikereContent Creator@KenReportTHF Internship
'24, Nexstar"The T. Howard Foundation means the world to me. The internship I was provided was genuinely life-changing. I will never forget my time in Chicago during my internship with WGN TV. I love...