Milena Toro
In 2014, Milena graduated from Syracuse University: S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications with a Bachelor's Degree specializing in TV + Film and began working on set of TV shows such as 'Project Runway', music videos, and commercials.
As her interest began to shift towards the digital realm, Milena became one of three Creative Fellows at BuzzFeed, Inc. Working her way up the ladder, she has built a resume with everything from start-ups and Happy Madison Productions to Calvin Klein, Inc., and BET Digital. With a passion for user experience, Milena worked as an Interactive Digital Producer for two years at BET.com. Her love for digital was born.
Via agency experience, Milena has written copy and managed social accounts for major fortune 500 clients. Now at IBM, she’s a Creative Social Media Strategist, breaking down technology that makes the world go ‘round.
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