From advertising and public policy to finance and marketing, Wellington graduates share how their interests have shaped their careers.
Career paths rarely follow a straight line. For three Wellington alumni, exploring different interests, changing directions, and taking unexpected opportunities helped them discover where they wanted to go.
Ashley Koff ’91: From Advertising to Nutrition
After beginning her career in advertising, Ashley returned to school to become a registered dietitian. She has since built a career in nutrition and authored three books, including "Your Best Shot."
Chris Noble ’10: Finding His Way Into Public Policy
Chris worked in electoral politics, corporate law, consumer protection, and regulatory policy before becoming policy director at the Private Equity Stakeholder Project. His current role brings together skills and experiences from across his career.
Caleb Wooddell ’22: Connecting Finance and Creativity
At Ohio State, Caleb studied finance alongside engineering sciences and film studies. His interests came together during an internship at Wendy's, where he explored the work behind national marketing campaigns before accepting a full-time financial analyst role.