About Me
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“I exist as I am, that is enough.”
— Walt Whitman
Let’s start with a professional review…
In a performance review from March 2021, a former editor described me as approaching my work with an “almost addictive energy.”
Alyssa has a challenging beat -- she is writing about ad tech one day and alternative milk products the other. Such a position requires versatility, and she has it. She approaches new topics and products with almost addictive energy.
This applies to my professional style, but it’s also an incredibly accurate depiction of my personality more generally. When it comes to the things I’m passionate about, like reading and training for my various sports, “obsessive” is probably the most accurate word to convey my approach.
When I’m not writing, catch me…
Tasting
I make the best buffalo chicken dip. Don’t believe me? Here are some performance reviews of a different sort:
“Spicy, creamy, tangy, life-changing.”
—Sophia Eppolito, supportive college roommate
“A delicious blend of cream cheese and buffalo sauce, baked off in the oven until the dip creates a symbiotic balance of crunch and softness. Great mouth feel.”
—Kalina Newman, satisfied friend
“I still haven’t stopped being speechless.”
—Dylan Miller, new to buffalo chicken dip, several minutes after eating
“Not too hot but perfect flavor.”
—Alex, a boy I met on Tinder and went out with twice
Training
I have a lot of energy. Sometimes I need to let it out. Here’s how:
Boxing. In May of 2025, I won my first official amateur fight under USA Boxing via unanimous decision.
Running. Two half marathons in the books. Loading: NYC Marathon 2026.
Soccer. I’ve played my whole life, but in June of 2025, I retired from my 7v7 NYC Footy team after tearing my ACL and meniscus.
Kickball. Some call me the greatest first baseman Volo has ever seen.
Skiing, snowboarding, surfing, and otherwise trying to overcome my natural lack of ability to balance.
Traveling
Been there:
Spain
Italy
Australia
Thailand
Indonesia
Netherlands
Belgium
France
Portugal
Up next:
London
New Zealand