“This Pisces is an aspiring businesswoman who loves to help her dad operate their stores.” Those were the words written at age five in her dance studio’s program. Now a Wayne State University graduate, she has worked for The Parade Company for over seven years as Special Events director. She produces multiple marketing and branding events and is the lead event director on event consulting projects for Cornerstone Schools, Detroit Grand Prix and Detroit RiverFront Conservancy.
DeForrest is program manager for the Skillman Design contest. In 2010, she launched the organization’s first youth arts summer camp. In 2013, three of her programs won Gold IFEA Pinnacle Awards.
In 2007, she launched WordPlay Inc. an online novelty T-shirt company with positive messaging. She also believes in “family first” and enjoys mentoring younger family members with a strong yet loving support system. She also proudly accepts “The Best Sister in the Universe” title given by her younger brother.
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