About

Quotes, the Ad/PR Club at UCF, was founded in 1981 as one of the first student chapters of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA). As one of the largest student chapters of FPRA in the state, our main goal is to cultivate the development of future industry professionals who will lead in the field of communication. Each activity, program, and event provides quality content and the maximization of opportunities through career enhancement and professional networking.

Our Mission

To cultivate the professional development of future industry professionals who will lead in the field of communication.

Our Vision

To contribute to the development of future industry professionals through engaging and interactive experiences.

Executive Board

The executive board works hard to run Quotes! Scroll down to get to know each board member.

Lauren Cordero 

President

Lauren Cordero is a senior at the University of Central Florida, charting a path toward a dynamic career in Advertising and Public Relations. Immersed in the advertising space, Lauren is devoted to creating memorable campaigns and exciting projects. When she is not planning with the executive board, she enjoys exploring nature, discovering new music, and spending time with her friends and family. 

Post graduation, she aspires to travel the world and explore her passions in the fashion and entertainment industries. With an affinity for writing, photography, and graphic design, she is thrilled to step into her role as Quotes’ President.

Email: quotespresident@gmail.com

Andy Ayup

Vice President of Operations

Andy Ayup is a senior at UCF studying Advertising and Public Relations with a minor in Entrepreneurship. He is passionate about helping other students reach their full potential through different internships and professional development opportunities in the Orlando area. He is thrilled to have Quotes as a vehicle to make this mission come true!

Email: quotesvp@gmail.com  

Lilly Maleski

Director of Membership

Lilly Maleski is a junior at UCF studying Advertising and Public Relations with a minor in Marketing. She is passionate about advertising and is excited to share Quotes with aspiring Ad/PR professionals like herself.

Email: quotesmembership@gmail.com

Yzabella De Los Santos

Director of Communications

Yzabella De Los Santos is a senior at the University of Central Florida, majoring in Advertising and Public Relations with a minor in Hospitality Management. She is the Director of Communications, managing all of Quotes’ social media channels. When she is not planning posts and replying to comments, she is working at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, watching movies, or at the beach.

Currently, she is interning at Evok Advertising as a Copywriting Intern, is the PR Director for Strike Magazine, and is very involved in Ad 2 Orlando. She is excited to join the Ad/PR world and dreams of working in the theme park industry. Through Quotes, she hopes to grow and learn more about new opportunities within the field!

Email: quotescommunication@gmail.com

Victoria Marcano

Director of Events

Victoria Marcano is a junior at the University of Central Florida, majoring in Advertising/Public Relations and pursuing a minor in business. Aside from quotes, she is a writer for HerCampus UCF. Outside of academics, Victoria loves going to the beach, exploring pop culture trends, and staying active on platforms like TikTok and LinkedIn to build connections and create content.

Email: quotesevents@gmail.com

Deborah Bello

Director of Special Projects

Deborah Bello is a senior attending the University of Central Florida as an Advertising and Public Relations major. She has a deep passion for non-profit and facilitating communal outreach efforts. Currently, her main goal is to enter the Public Relations, Marketing, or Advertising field to use her talents to contribute to the well-being of others. Outside of Quotes, Deborah enjoys reading, writing poetry, and discovering new crochet projects to create in her spare time.

Mary Panitz

Special Projects Team Member

Mary Panitz is an Advertising and Public Relations major with an Event Management minor and a certificate in editing and publishing. She has a passion for creativity and storytelling and is so excited to grow as a member of the special projects team this year!

Ainsley Keaveny

Special Projects Team Member

Ainsley Keaveny is a junior double-majoring in business management and advertising/public relations. She is also receiving a certificate in entertainment management. Ainsley is interested in all things communication and hopes to work in the entertainment industry. Through Quotes, she hopes to gain more connections in the industry!

Andrew Bower

Special Projects Team Member

Andrew Bower is a senior at the University of Central Florida, studying Advertising/Public Relations with a minor in Anthropology of Pop Culture. After attending events for two years, he’s excited to finally be a part of the executive board of Quotes. He’s most passionate about improving his skills in copywriting and brand management. Outside of Ad/PR, he spends a lot of time watching movies, playing pickleball, working out and reading fantasy webnovels.

Bailey Newcomb

Director of Ambassadorship

Bailey is a senior studying Advertising and Public Relations. She serves as the Property Management Specialist for Alpha Delta Pi Sorority and the Marketing Manager for the Health Services Administration Student Association. Bailey is excited to serve on the executive board this year and can’t wait to make a positive impact at UCF.

Camryn Licata

Webmaster

Camryn Licata is a junior majoring in advertising and public relations with a minor in Italian. She enjoys finding ways to stay creative and learning new things. She is excited to join the executive board as webmaster and grow her professional network.

Email: quotesucfwebmaster@gmail.com

Tiffany Viagas

Creative Director

Tiffany Viagas is a senior at the University of Central Florida, majoring in Advertising/Public Relations and pursuing two minors in Psychology and Event Management. After fulfilling positions as an Ambassador and Creative Team Member, she is excited to explore her role as the Creative Director! She has experience as a marketing intern, where she created social content and organized events.  Aside from Quotes, she is a member of Zeta Phi Eta, a national professional fraternity in communication arts and sciences here at UCF. In her free time, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her cats, listening to music and watching movies.

Email: quotesgraphics1@gmail.com

Madelyn Kerst

Creative Team Member

Madelyn Kerst is a junior at UCF studying Advertising and Public Relations with a Minor in Hospitality Management. This is her first year as part of the Quotes E-Board and Creative Team, where she will help spread the love for Quotes through engaging designs. She has nearly five years of experience in creating social media content and copywriting. Currently, she is also the Social Media Director for NMDP UCF and the Public Relations Officer for the ASL Knights. Outside of the professional world, Madelyn loves reading, trying new foods, and traveling.

Samantha Luque

Creative Team Member

Samantha Luque is a senior majoring in Visual Communications at the University of Central Florida. She has a deep passion for advertising storytelling for brands. She loves to design graphics and come up with campaign ideas. She hopes to one day work in social media marketing or on campaigns at an advertising agency. In her free time, she likes to craft, find new coffee shops and hidden gems around Orlando, and go to the movies! She is excited about her role as Creative Team Member for Quotes and hopes to strengthen her relationship with the Ad/PR community.

Anna Petitjean Nieves

Creative Team Member

Anna Petitjean Nieves is a sophomore at the University of Central Florida, majoring in Advertising and Public Relations with a minor in Psychology. After being a member of Quotes her freshman year, she is excited to be a part of the behind-the-scenes of Quotes and create social content and graphics for all members. Aside from Quotes, Anna works at the RWC at UCF as a Marketing Assistant, where she curates and creates social content for all departments of the RWC. She is also a Social Media Content Creator at Her Campus at UCF. In her free time, Anna loves going to concerts, spending time with her friends, going to the movies, and baking sourdough!

Jace Vail

Creative Team Member

Jace Vail is majoring in Advertising & Public Relations with a minor in Marketing. Aside from Quotes, he is a post-production intern with UCF Athletics, as well as a Banquet Server at the Florida Hotel. In his free time, Jace loves going to the gym, reading books, and spending time with friends. He is excited to grow in the industry and create valuable connections in the future.