Jessica Paholsky

Jessica Paholsky is a dynamic and experienced marketing and communications professional with a passion for digital storytelling. Her career began at Penn State University, where she earned two bachelor's degrees in visual communications and fine art photography, along with minors in international arts and international studies. She also graduated with honors in both photojournalism and Italian through the Schreyer Honors College.

Jessica was recognized as the Penn State College of Communications Student Marshal and received several prestigious awards, including the Reuben and Gladys Golumbic Scholarship, the W. LaMarr Kopp International Achievement Award, the Randy and Maria Yanoshak Technology in Media Award, and the Scripps Howard Foundation Internship Grant.

Throughout college and the early stages of her career, she explored 14 countries across three continents, immersing herself in diverse cultures. Once Upon a Pesto reflects her expertise in storytelling, travel, culture, and food, bringing together her academic and professional experiences to craft a rich and insightful global food journey.