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Culture-ist is an online magazine for people who are passionate about being active members of a global society. Our mission is to spread the word about the innovative ideas and positive missions of people who connect and respect the diverse cultures of the world; uncover the beauty and mystery of foreign lands; and tackle issues which threaten the welfare of our planet. Our goal is to report on the aspects of culture that truly matter, and the irony, humor and hope that come with the territory.

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Maria Russo, Co-Founder, Editor
Maria is a freelance writer who has worked in print and broadcast media at companies such as: MTV Networks, WKTU FM, Warner Bros. and WOR News Talk Radio. She received her BA in Print Journalism from American University in Washington D.C., and currently attends New York University pursuing postgraduate studies in Journalism/Editing. Her work has run on the Huffington Post, People.com, Sylist.com, USA Today.com and A Luxury Travel Blog among others. Russo is an avid traveler who loves natural wonders, cultural food experiences and finding the remaining places on Earth left undisturbed. Follow Maria on Twitter @MariaCultureist

Anthony Russo, Co-Founder, Director of Marketing & Advertising
Anthony has spent the past five years working in the structured finance and project finance sectors of the international debt capital markets. He is an active philanthropist involved in organizations focusing on microfinance and providing rural communities access to clean water. Anthony is currently pursuing an MBA in Marketing and Global Business Strategy at Rutgers University. Follow Anthony on Twitter @AJCultureist or @culture_ist

Shawn Moksvold, Contributing Writer
Shawn is a freelance writer with particular interests in travel, food and wine, and Spanish culture. He graduated with a BA in Creative Writing and Linguistics at Northern Arizona University, and currently teaches English to elementary school children. He writes for his blog, A Casual Notebook, and currently lives in Madrid, Spain. Follow Shawn on twitter @casualnotebook

Caroline Baker, Contributing Photographer
For 15 years, Caroline has been photographing landscapes, wildlife, people from across the globe, and various products and brands. Her photography captures the energy of candid, everyday events as well remarkable experiences and situations. Caroline’s current projects stem from an ever-growing interest in health and fitness, food, fashion, nature, and travel. Based on her fascination with adventure and exotic culture, Caroline travels extensively for her images. Her goal is to create photographs that inspire, motivate, and move people through artistic, natural, and intimate images. Check out her photos on her blog, CarolineCamera. Follow Caroline on twitter @carolinecamera