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Over the years, I have loved sharing my writing through guest blogs and print articles, and to be featured on podcasts! I also work full-time in community engagement and public relations, and am proud to serve as a subject matter expert and spokesperson in media interviews. Feel free to browse the following articles and publications for a glimpse at some of my work outside of Wellness & Wanderlust, along with other selected press.

For future blogging and podcast interview opportunities, please email me at valerie@wellnessandwanderlust.net or visit my Contact page and I will be happy to speak with you further!

Special Recognition✨

• Canvas Rebel: Meet Valerie Moses (December 1, 2022)
• FPRA Joe Curley Rising Leader Class Member (April 30, 2022)
  • Featured in Credit Union Times, Credit Unions Today, CU Insight, News & Buzz for Education Credit Unions and Southeastern Credit Union News
• OrlandoVoyager Magazine: Local Change-Maker Series (August 5, 2021)
• OwlGuru: Day in the Life of Relationship Manager Valerie Moses (May 20, 2021)
• FPRA Orlando Area Chapter PRoclaimer: Member Spotlight (May 10, 2020) 
• UCF 30 Under 30 Awards (March 2019)
  • Featured in Credit Unions Today and ECUC News

Podcast + Video Interviews🎙

• Being Unapologetically Authentic Podcast: Turning the Tables with Valerie Moses (April 28, 2023)
• Behind Within Her Podcast: What is Generational Trauma, Part 1 (January 28, 2023)
• Behind Within Her Podcast: Finding Your Purpose (December 3, 2022)
• The Well Done Life Podcast: Fall Into Self – Generational Trauma, Pt. 2 (October 2, 2022)
• The Well Done Life Podcast: Fall Into Self – Generational Trauma, Pt. 1 (September 11, 2022)
• Employee to Boss Podcast: Side Hustles & Prioritizing Wellness as an Entrepreneur with Valerie Moses, Host of Wellness & Wanderlust Podcast (August 31, 2022)
• The Well Done Life Podcast: Fall Into Self – Finding and Living in Purpose (August 21, 2022)
• You’ve Got Connections Podcast: Let’s Talk Wellness and Podcasting with Valerie Moses (June 27, 2022)
• Common Humanity Podcast: Finding Wellness Through Connection and Conversation (June 18, 2022)
• Making It Count Podcast: Healthy + Eco-Friendly Living on a Budget (March 17, 2022)
• Making It Count Podcast: The Science Behind a Good Credit Score (August 19, 2021)
• Joney Talks Podcast: How to Spend Your Money Guilt-Free On The Things You Love with Larry (And Many Others!) (July 2, 2021)
• Joney Talks Podcast: How Physical Wellness, Mental Health and Finances Go Hand in Hand with Valerie Moses (May 20, 2021)
• The Financially Independent Millennial: How To Prevent Identity Theft / Ask The Experts! (February 4, 2021)
• Unrooted Mama: Wellness, Self-Care and Travel with Valerie Moses (January 12, 2021)
• Job Launchpad: Finance 101 (January 11, 2021)
• The Well Done Life Podcast: The Pursuit of Wellness and Wanderlust (October 18, 2020)
• Making It Count Podcast: What Did We Learn This Season? (September 3, 2020)
• Living The Sports Business With Jimena: Valerie Moses (August 11, 2020)
• Making It Count Podcast: A Crash Course on College Finances (August 13, 2020)
• Making It Count Podcast: A Look at the + Side of Life (May 27, 2020)
• UCF College of Sciences Alumni Advice Series: Money Tips with Valerie Moses (May 27, 2020) 

Guest Blogs and Features 

• “4 Financial Tips to Follow This Hurricane Season.” Corporate Health Fairs. July 18, 2022.
• “3 Tips For Purchasing a Used Car.” Corporate Health Fairs. March 7, 2022.
• “A Perfect Match: Finding a Financial Institution You’ll Fall in Love With.” Corporate Health Fairs. February 2, 2022.
• “5 Tips For Setting Financial Goals.” Corporate Health Fairs. January 6, 2022.
• “5 Tips For Saving Money on School Supplies.” Corporate Health Fairs. August 5, 2021.
• “Career in Community Engagement and Public Relations.” How I Got The Job. July 25, 2021.
• “6 Family-Friendly Summer Activities That Won’t Break the Bank.” Corporate Health Fairs. July 8, 2021.
• “How To Instill Healthy Money Habits in Our Kids.” Corporate Health Fairs. June 16, 2021.
• “5 Tips For Healthier Living on a Budget.” Corporate Health Fairs. May 12, 2021.
• “4 Tips For Negotiating Your Next Car Purchase.” Corporate Health Fairs. April 7, 2021.
• “4 Things To Consider When Purchasing Your Next Car.” Corporate Health Fairs. March 11, 2021.
• “Money and Marriage: 4 Tips For Managing Combined Finances.” Corporate Health Fairs. February 10, 2021.
• “New Year, New You: How To Start 2021 Financially Strong.” Corporate Health Fairs. January 3, 2021.
• “Your Guide To Identity Theft Prevention.” Corporate Health Fairs. November 11, 2020.
• “How To Prevent Identity Theft (8 Best Ways).” The Financially Independent Millennial. November 2020.
• “5 Scary Money Mistakes To Avoid This Fall.” Corporate Health Fairs. October 7, 2020.
• “Romantic Things To Do in Orlando For Couples.” Lazy Travel Blog. October 5, 2020.
• “5 Money Essentials For Your College Checklist.” Corporate Health Fairs. September 9, 2020.
• “5 Tips For Getting Financially Organized.” Corporate Health Fairs. August 12, 2020.
• “Credit 101: How to Set Yourself Up for Success.” Corporate Health Fairs. July 15, 2020.
• “5 Smart Ways to Manage Money During COVID-19.” Corporate Health Fairs. June 22, 2020.
• “4 Tips That Every First-Time Homebuyer Should Know.” Corporate Health Fairs. March 11, 2020.
• Featured in: “Top 10 Things to Do in Orlando During the Christmas Season. Jax Odyssey. December 3, 2019.
• Featured in: “Instagram-able Places in Orlando.” Jazmin’s Voyage. May 6, 2019.
• Featured in: “Orlando’s Favorite Travel Instagrammers to Follow.” CityWhit. January 30, 2019.
• “It Pays To Save: 5 Ways to Spring-Clean Your Monthly Budget.” Strive Magazine. April 2017.
• “The Perfect Mix: Achieving A Work-Life Balance.” Career Camel. November 10, 2015.
• “A Perfect Match: Four Steps to Achieving Your Dream Career.” Career Camel. October 15, 2015.
• “Four Vital Skills for Landing Your Dream Internship.” Career Camel. August 10, 2015.
• “Using The Summer to Prepare For University.” Career Camel. June 25, 2015.
  
• “5 Ways To Stop Sabotaging Your Health Goals.” LifeStyleBody. March 23, 2015.
• “How to Survive Exams and Maintain Your Mental Health.” Career Camel. March 21, 2015.
• “Landing the Job: Top Interview Don’ts.” Career Camel. March 13, 2015.
• “What To Look For in Your Next Internship.” Career Camel. January 30, 2015.
• “Make The Most Out of Your University’s Career Centre.” Career Camel. January 8, 2015.
• “Beating the Competition: How to Stand Out in the Job Search Process.” Career Camel. November 2, 2014.
• “The Ultimate Guide for Surviving First Year at University.” Career Camel. October 8, 2014.
• “How to Write an Awesome Cover Letter.” Career Camel. September 25, 2014.
• “In Hindsight: Four Things I’d Tell My University Self.” Career Camel. August 7, 2014.
• “Bastille Day: Tips For Celebrating the French National Holiday in Style.” Immersion World. November 28, 2012.
• “Unhealthy Relationships: 5 Signs The Nice Guy Isn’t So Nice.” College Relationships (reposted from HUGstronger). September 4, 2012.
• “Skin Closure After Joint Replacement.” Florida MD Magazine. November 2011 issue, page 24.
• “Robotic and Computer Assisted Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeries.” Florida MD Magazine. October 2011 issue, page 13.
• “The Changing World of CPR.” American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region. April 11, 2011.
• “Disaster Preparedness and College. American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region. April 4, 2011.
• “Intern of the 21st Century.” American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region. March 28, 2011.
• “Interning at the Red Cross.” American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region. March 18, 2011.
• “Adding Males to the Mix.” South Florida Sun-Sentinel. May 14, 2009.
• “Coral Glades Gets Fired Up!” South Florida Sun-Sentinel. March 26, 2009.
• “Playing To Win.” South Florida Sun-Sentinel. March 19, 2009.
• “Valentine’s On a Dime.” South Florida Sun-Sentinel. February 12, 2009.
• “Teaching Through Technology.” South Florida Sun-Sentinel. January 8, 2009.
• “FCAT Writes Limits Students’ Learning.” South Florida Sun-Sentinel. May 13, 2005.

Media Interviews (Print + Online) 💬

• “Addition Financial Credit Union Elevates Financial Literacy Through Its Community Outreach.” CardRates.com. August 29, 2022. 
• “Social Media Booster for Financial Marketers: Sponsoring College Athletes.” The Financial Brand. May 4, 2022.
• “7 Financial Habits That Improve Your Daily Life.” Yahoo! News. March 25, 2022.
  • Also published in GOBankingRates.
• “Are Credit Unions Really More Accessible?” GOBankingRates. January 20, 2022.
• “8 Common Money Mistakes You May Be Making – And How To Fix Them.” Apartment Therapy. January 15, 2022.
• “Why Using a Credit Card Doesn’t Mean You’re Going Into Debt.” GOBankingRates. October 7, 2021.
• “2021 Guide to Back to School Finances for College Students.” MoneyRates. September 17, 2021.
• “Checking vs. Savings Accounts: Which Should You Open?” Money Under 30. August 18, 2021.
• “10 Easy Steps to Financial Wellness.” Yahoo! News. April 7, 2021.
  • Also published in GOBankingRates.
• “Personal Finance Tips: The Ultimate Guide to Bookmark in 2021.” The Financially Independent Millennial. January 13, 2021.
• “How to Improve Your Credit Score [FAST] Using These 29 Best Ways.” The Financially Independent Millennial. November 9, 2020.
• “What is a Bad Credit Score?” CreditCards.com. November 2, 2020.
• “How To Rebuild Your Emergency Savings.” Bankrate. October 29, 2020.
• “How to Make a Budget: 7 Simple Mind-Blowing Tips.” The Financially Independent Millennial. September 8, 2020.
• “How to Compare Banks and Credit Unions.” The Simple Dollar. September 1, 2020.
• “How to Prevent Identity Theft During the Pandemic.” Apartment Therapy. May 30, 2020.
• “A College Student’s Guide to Coronavirus Support.” The Simple Dollar. May 14, 2020.
• “Addition Financial Focuses on Optimism in New Campaign.” Credit Union Times. March 31, 2020.
• “The 5 Best Accounts for Avoiding Overdraft Fees.” U.S. News & World Report. November 11, 2019.
• “Treadway teacher hopes classroom makeover inspires kids.” Daily Commercial. August 1, 2019.
• “Altamonte teacher gets classroom makeover for hearing-impaired students.” WKMG Channel 6. April 30, 2019.
• “The Top 5 Reasons to Bank with a Credit Union [And Expert Tips].” ChatterSource. April 30, 2019.
• “The Best Money Moves for Students in January.” NerdWallet. January 8, 2015.

Other Press Mentions 📽

• Mentioned in “10 Best Ways to Get Involved at College.” Beyond Decoration Daydreams. March 23, 2018.
• Mentioned in “3 Ways to Schedule Your College Classes Effectively.” WikiHow. October 2016.
• Mentioned in “Confessions From The Writing Bunker #2.” Jen Sincero. July 28, 2016.
• Mentioned in “College Orientation – An Experience You Cannot Miss.” Say Campus Life. June 24, 2016.
• Mentioned in “Get Involved.” freshmenadvice101blog. March 17, 2016.
• Mentioned in “How to Get Involved on Campus.” Campus Gist Blog. February 16, 2016.
• Mentioned in “Party Hard, But Party Smart.” Kaitlyn Anderson. January 28, 2016.
• Mentioned in “Getting Involved in College.” blog21736. October 15, 2015.
• Mentioned in “How to Get Involved on Campus – For International Students.” Party in the USA. October 4, 2015.
• Mentioned in “The ‘How to College’ Masterpost.” MIT Admissions. August 13, 2015.
• Career Camel‘s Writer of the Month Award. July 27, 2015.
• Mentioned in “5 Ways to Be Safe While Partying in College.” Buzzfeed. July 6, 2015.
• Mentioned in “Establishing Leadership as a High School and College Student. Horizon Point Consulting. May 21, 2015.
• Mentioned in “College 101: 4 Easy Ways to Meet New People.” Major Decision. March 3, 2015.
• Quoted in “Career Camel Writers’ Resolutions 2015.” Career Camel. January 1, 2015.
• Mentioned in “Review: Avenue Theater’s ‘Santa’s Big Red Sack’ is Back.” The Denver Post. December 20, 2014.
• Mentioned in “10 Tips for Making Internship Fairs Bearable – And Possibly Even Fun.” Taylormundo. November 26, 2014.
• Required reading assignment in Sacramento State’s Freshman Seminar class. September 10, 2014.
• Mentioned in “Organization and Success.” Allie’s Life. September 2, 2014.
• Mentioned in “Success at Workplace: Passion or Conviction?” Daily Motivation for Self Improvement. July 7, 2014.
• Mentioned in “How to Impress The New Grad Nurse Interviewer: Be a Storyteller.” Life With Jess. June 10, 2014.
• Featured on Motivate Your Plate’s Facebook page. May 30, 2014.
• Reblogged in “Link Love Wednesday: Remembering Maya Angelou.” Nicole Osborne. May 29, 2014.
• Mentioned in “College Advice from Senior Steph Russo.” Senior Year Stories. April 29, 2014.
• Mentioned in “Friends for Life.” The Duke Scoop. April 20, 2014.
• Mentioned in “Flash Mobs and Relationships.” Adel Abdullah. April 19, 2014.
• Featured on Masik Collegiate Fragrance’s Facebook page. March 27, 2014.
• Featured on Motivate Your Plate’s Facebook page. March 27, 2014.
• Featured on Masik Collegiate Fragrance’s Twitter page. March 26, 2014.
• Mentioned in “Beat the Midterm Blues: How to Stay Motivated.” Being Christine. March 1, 2014.
• “And when you finally find a special someone to spend the day (and coming days) with, I like what my friend (I use this term loosely because I haven’t actually met this individual) Valerie Moses says.” – Mentioned in “Date an app this Valentine’s Day.” You’ll Never Guess What I Heard Today. February 10, 2014.
• Reblogged in “Link Love Wednesday: What is Girl Code?” Melanie Dahling smacks of sarcasm. January 23, 2014.
• Reblogged in “The Weekend Five: Travel Tips for the New Year.” DANA TOURS. January 18, 2014.
• Mentioned in “Book post for 2013.” Tales for Scout. January 14, 2014.
• Mentioned in “Teenage Clichés and My Hatred Toward Such Writings.” Reading Royalty. December 14, 2013.
• Featured as part of blog swap in “These are a few of my favorite things: Blog swaps.” Tales for Scout. December 2, 2013.
• Mentioned in “Meeting People.” Yasmin’s Here. November 24, 2013.
• Influenced the content of “Tips For Having a College Relationship.” StudentRate Trends. November 4, 2013.
• Reblogged in “The Freshman 15: Tips for Meeting New People.” Adrift. October 20, 2013.
• Mentioned in “Speed Dating: Campus Clubs Version.” Stressing Out College. October 4, 2013.
• Mentioned in “Enjoy your weekend.” Tales for Scout. September 25, 2013.
• Featured as part of blog swap in “Swapping Blog Niceness.” Julie Kesti. September 24, 2013.
• Mentioned in “Going back to school: Top 10 ways to get ahead of the game fall semester.” Questia. August 26, 2013.
• Reblogged in “The Weekend Five: Things No One Wants To See On Your Resume.” MBerri Photography. May 1, 2013.
• Reblogged in “The Weekend Five: Things No One Wants To See On Your Resume.” JC Design Blog. April 28, 2013.
• Guest post mentioned in “The Good Guy.” Katrina’s WORKS. October 27, 2012.
• “After reading this, I felt as though I was walking down memory lane once again. I’m sure once we’re done with college, all of these memories will become a part of us forever.” – The News & Publication Society. September 21, 2012.
• Kreativ Blogger Award from Julie at Of A Writerly Sort. May 30, 2012.
• Illuminating Blogger Award from Food Stories. May 28, 2012.
• Very Inspirational Blogger Award from T.J. at The Poet’s Crafts and Julie at Of A Writerly Sort. February 20, 2012.
• Versatile Blogger Award from Sharon at Hyperactive Inefficiency. January 10, 2012.
• Mentioned in “Helpful Hints on Roommates: Bad vs. Good Habits.” Her Campus. November 27, 2011.
• Mentioned in “Doors don’t slam open. – John M. Shanahan.” Smart, Pretty and Awkward. June 1, 2011.
• Nominated for The South Florida Sun-Sentinel‘s Best of Blog Awards in the categories of Defies Categorization, Personal, and Pop Culture. February 17, 2011.
• “This is from a student’s perspective but equally valid for expatriots the world over.” – Recession Dodge to Victory. November 14, 2010.
• “This is really going to help me next year when I finally set foot at college.” – Maelstrom. November 2, 2010.
• Mentioned in “How can college Freshman overcome homesickness?” Freshman Perspective. November 2, 2010.
• Freshly Pressed on WordPress for The Freshman 15: Overcoming Homesicknessblog post. November 1, 2010.