Shelby Capacio

Shelby Capacio is a digital designer, editor, and journalist who spent many years producing national news and specializing in topics related to education and sustainable technology. What began with coding customized blogs and websites as a teenager has since blossomed into an award-winning career in digital content creation. Shelby holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Mass Communication from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, currently lives in Minneapolis, and is looking forward to pursuing advanced degrees in STEM fields. 

As Communications and Marketing Manager at NCWIT, Shelby connects with internal stakeholders and media representatives, assists with keeping NCWIT’s websites up-to-date, fosters outreach via social media and email, and creates promotional materials for programs and events. Drawing on past experience in magazine production, Shelby also assists with print publications and physical media as well. Shelby is passionate about proactive universal design, and using communication and technology to positively impact lives.