Emilie Ivy is a graduate of Wake Forest University School of Business, where she earned a Master of Science in Management. For her undergraduate studies, she attended Xavier University (Cincinnati, OH), where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies and Public Relations, with a minor in Digital Media. While at Xavier, she conducted fan studies research, which she presented at the Fan Studies Network North America Conference in the fall of her junior year. She also had a variety of internships focused on social media and marketing.

Outside of work, Emilie enjoys reading, writing, trying new restaurants, baking, and spending time with family and friends.