Orion Shining Star: Natalie Velayo

Natalie VelayoNatalie Velayo
Manager, Client Strategy

Where are you from? 
I grew up in the suburbs of Sacramento, CA. My husband and I decided to move to Los Angeles about 5 years ago to focus on advancing our careers.
Where did you graduate college/university?
Sacramento State, Psychology major. Go Hornets!
What’s are you currently streaming? 
“Big Little Lies,” “Pose,” “Handmaids Tale,” “Black Mirror” S5. Does anyone have additional suggestions?
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?  
Mostly everywhere. I love to travel and spend time planning out a travel itinerary. I currently have Japan on the calendar later this year and the Philippines in late 2020.
What was the first car you drove?  
A gold-ish 1990 Toyota Corolla. It was a hand-me-down from my parents who decided to upgrade to a newer Corolla that year (what can I say, they LOVE their Corollas). The fuel door was a different color from the rest of the car and eventually the key broke in two pieces while in the ignition. I continued to drive that car for another year with half of a key.
Your favorite bands?
It’s difficult to pinpoint a specific band. I like to say that I’m into genres. Currently listening to the Jazz Rap playlist on Spotify. Was that a total hipster response?
Given the choice of anyone in the world (any time period), who would you want as a dinner guest?
Lucille Ball. A true pioneer for her day.