Stephanie Ramey ’08

MAJOR: Communication
PROFESSIONAL: Vice President, Special Projects, Rucker Investments; Owner, The O Shop; Former President, Worcester Railers HC
VOLUNTEER: Board of Directors, Worcester Business Development Corporation; Board of Directors, Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce; Board of Directors, Worcester Regional Research Bureau

Everything inspires me: news articles, stories my children share, advertisements, and walks down the street. My brain is always in overdrive, making connections, trying to solve problems, or build something. I thrive on the energy and creativity of others and love to surround myself with intelligent, positive doers.

At Worcester State, I had knowledgeable instructors with industry experience, and many skills learned through lessons and projects have equipped me in my professional roles. Continuing Worcester’s progress is important to me, and I have a particular love and appreciation for small businesses. I’ve enjoyed growing up in this community, and I am eager to contribute to the city’s downtown revitalization. While leading the tourism bureau and the Railers, I have been able to promote what makes the region special and have helped attract hundreds of thousands of people to the area. As the owner of The O Shop, a lingerie and intimates boutique in the Tatnuck area of Worcester, I am proud that I have been able to build a business that contributes to the health and well-being of women. My next endeavor at Rucker Investments will be focused on supporting startups, activating North Main Street, and further defining Worcester as a destination for entrepreneurs.