Ariana Brooks joined the NEOMED Marketing and Communications team as an intern in August. A recent graduate of Howard University, Brooks earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in marketing with a minor in Spanish. She worked as a student marketeer for Red Bull North American in the DMV area (District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia). Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was raised in Detroit, Michigan, and currently lives in Solon, Ohio.
What is your role at NEOMED?
My role here at NEOMED consists of assisting the MarCom team with a variey of projects and planning initiatives including communications, graphic design, website editing and social media.
Tell me about your family. Any pets?
I am the oldest of four kids (two boys and two girls), and a cat mom to Gizmo!
What led you to NEOMED?
The mission of NEOMED deeply resonated with me, and when I discovered an open role that perfectly aligned with my skills and aspirations, it became clear that NEOMED was the ideal place for me. Meeting my prospective team during the interview process was the final confirmation. The warm and welcoming atmosphere they provided reinforced my belief that NEOMED fosters an environment where I can thrive, all while making a meaningful impact on the Northeast Ohio community.
What do you hope to accomplish in your new role?
I hope to contribute valuable and innovative ideas to my team that can help activate our brand while learning as much as possible.
What inspired you to work in your profession?
I’ve always loved being a creative storyteller and marketing is such a dynamic and multifaceted field that offers numerous opportunities for me to apply my skills and passions in a meaningful way.
What is your favorite book or book you’ve been recommending lately? Why?
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz has been a huge influence on my personal growth and empowerment journey, and I recommend it to everyone! The key messages are Be Impeccable with Your Word, Don’t Take Anything Personally, Don’t Make Assumptions, and Always Do Your Best.
When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? (If you didn’t do that, what made you change your mind?)
As a child, I wanted to be an inventor because I love being creative. However, I learned rather quickly that science is not my strong suit.
You’ve been handed a plane ticket to anywhere in the world. Where are you going? Why?
I would go to Cali, Colombia, to see my friends that I met in a language exchange program I was in during my time at Howard University called Diaspora Connect.
What’s the latest hobby you’ve engaged in? Why?
I recently started meditating in my morning routine, and it has been a great way to unwind while reducing stress and improving my focus and productivity!
What’s the best advice you ever received?
“Rejection is redirection” is a meaningful piece of advice I have received, and it has encouraged me to reframe rejection into a more positive, growth-oriented perspective in the face of setbacks. It reminds me that life’s journey is rarely linear, and it empowers me to stay resilient, be adaptable to change and keep striving.