Kayla Riggs
About Kayla Riggs
Kayla Riggs serves as the Vice President of Marketing at The Women's Network and has extensive experience in marketing and journalism. She is currently involved in various roles at Cornell Sustainability Consultants and Cornell Daily Sun, contributing to sustainability efforts and local journalism.
Current Role at The Women's Network
Kayla Riggs serves as the Vice President of Marketing at The Women's Network, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees marketing strategies and initiatives aimed at promoting the organization's mission. Additionally, she contributes as a National Blog Editorial Intern, where she curates content for the National Blog and has authored articles, including 'An Ode to My Grandma and the Strong Women Like Her.' Her involvement with The Women's Network reflects her commitment to empowering women through effective communication and outreach.
Experience at Cornell Sustainability Consultants
Kayla Riggs has been actively involved with Cornell Sustainability Consultants since 2021. She works as a SWEEP Consultant, where she creates waste management calculators and provides guidance to local industries and governments on sustainable waste practices. Additionally, she serves as a Sustainable Chambers Consultant, a role she has held since 2022. Her work focuses on promoting sustainability initiatives within the community and enhancing environmental practices.
Educational Background
Kayla Riggs studied at Cornell University, where she pursued a Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Communication from 2020 to 2024. Her academic journey has equipped her with skills in communication and information management. Prior to attending Cornell, she completed her high school education at Archbishop Mitty High School from 2016 to 2020, where she received several awards, including the English Award and the Newspaper Award.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current roles, Kayla Riggs interned at L.L.Bean as a Copywriting Intern for three months in 2022. She also held the position of Lead Marketing Intern at The Women's Network for three months in 2021. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Journalist at the Mountain View Voice for three months in 2018. These experiences have contributed to her development in marketing, writing, and journalism.
Involvement in Community and Clubs
Kayla Riggs participates in Cameradery, a student-led club dedicated to teaching photography to children with cognitive disabilities. This involvement highlights her commitment to community service and education. Additionally, she serves as the City Editor and Assistant News Editor at the Cornell Daily Sun, where she contributes to local journalism and engages with the Ithaca community.