Moudy and Shawn started this blog to showcase the raw creativity and limitless passion of individuals that take non-traditional career paths after college. They are fascinated by the ways people are using the power of the internet to build unique businesses that change the world. As lovers of technology and the internet, they strive to create a community of business insights and resources that will help people of all ages. Please explore the starting stories and join our vibrant community.

Shawn Ogren grew up in California and moved to New York City for college. He graduated in 2009 and took up two part time jobs to fulfill his dream of living/working in nyc. He works mondays, tuesdays and thursdays in a doctors office in midtown manhattan and works wednesdays and fridays as a social media consultant for the Fader, via nostrum, inc. In his free time, he works on starting stories, listens to music and hangs out with friends. He loves interesting people and compelling stories. He can be found at tumblr, twitter, or facebook.

Moudy Elkammash was born in Egypt, moved to Michigan at the age of 6, moved to Rome for college and then finished off college in New York City. His lifestyle has always been portable, making the internet and social media a natural fascination. With a background in photography, Moudy’s eye for design lead him to designing websites for artists, musicians and other arts enthusiasts. In his free time Moudy enjoys unearthing hidden treasures on the internet and Fort Greene. He can be found at www.elkammash.com and twitter.

Carrie Shiffrin was born and raised in Washington, DC and moved to New York City for college. She graduated in May 2009 and has since been walking the line between artist and art teacher, teaching after-school and pursuing her own work. In her free time she likes to read, run, and edit starting stories. She hopes to one day start a story of her own. You can find her on twitter, tumblr and facebook.