Stephanie Ologan’s career path into the creative industries may seem unconventional to some, as she graduated from NYU with a Bachelor’s in Biomolecular Science and a minor in the Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology. Through her minor, she would partake in different marketing and sync licensing internships.

Her decision to pursue a career in the creative industries was reaffirmed by her participation in Diaspora Crossings, a career prep program, and CultureCon, a conference for creatives of color.

Stephanie would then complete her Master’s in Global Entertainment and Music Business from the Berklee College of Music. Inspired by her emerging markets class, she would focus her thesis on digital streaming platforms and the everchanging streaming landscape on the African continent.

Today, she works as a Global Editorial Coordinator at Spotify, which has piqued her interest in supporting diverse storytelling in areas including music, film and TV.