Hi hello and welcome.
My name is Lia (short for "Alia”) Sawalqah.
I know what you’re thinking. How on earth is that pronounced? What did I even just read?
Yes, on paper my name is kind of a phonetic nightmare. I’ve always loved how different it is. However, for the sake of the class, I’ll go ahead and provide a breakdown on how it’s pronounced. Cue phonetic spelling: [ah-lee-uh · sah-wall-kuh]. It’s Jordanian.
So there you have it. As it currently stands, I am based in Denver, Colorado.
When it comes to work (and life, let’s be honest) I’d say curiosity and kindness are my superpowers. I have an insatiable desire to learn and have spent my entire professional career working in the digital marketing space. My portfolio of projects spans a large range, from leading creative direction and brand strategy for companies and clients, to developing email campaigns and managing social media communities, to launching websites from the ground up.
I am a compulsive creator, sharer and organizer. I enjoy collaboration, left-and-right-brain tasks, and take pride in having a strong work ethic. One of my greatest strengths is in working with people and seeing the bigger picture. It makes my heart sing to bring together the many dynamic and moving pieces of a creative project, and creating meaningful connections throughout that process.
Experience has taught me that trying is always worth it, 100% of the time — not being afraid to put yourself out there is a key element to success. Go happen to life, don’t wait for it to come happen to you.
(Or do whatever feels natural. That’s usually the best!)
When I’m not at my computer, you can find me outside enjoying the sun, indulging in a few creative interests, playing with my dog Oliver — or more than likely — taking a dance class.
Outside of work, I'm a super fan of:
Brunch (hands down, the most important meal of the weekend)
Writing
Metalsmithing
Live music
Dance class
Creative side projects
Other things that matter to me:
Collaboration
Attention to detail
Empathy
Optimism
Also, sarcasm
Communication
Continuous self-improvement