My favorite saying is: the most personal is the most creative. At the center of my work is human expression — how we can use tools like digital media to enhance our unique code, communicate creatively, and make a meaningful contribution.
Elena has been featured on Forbes and Huffington Post, and guest lectures on social media across industries from business to science. SWIM has been nominated 2x for a Webby Award, with campaigns featured on countless outlets including TIME, Vogue, and Good Morning America.
Elena also serves as an expert witness on matters related to branding, digital marketing, and social media.
Favorite Films and Documentaries
AlphaGo
Arrival
Good Will Hunting
Her
La Vie En Rose
Ironman
Moonlight
The Big Short
The Price of Everything
The Social Network
They Fight
Favorite Music
Photograph, Arcade Fire and Owen Pallett
Ariana Grande
Austin Farwell
Celeste
Emile Mosseri
Joji
Lola Beltrán
Max Richter
Peter Sandberg
50s-60s Soul
90s-00s R&B, Alt Rock
Invitation
In 2026, I’m interested in connecting with individuals and organizations that are shaping a new vision — from how we create to how we educate. I will be spending time on the east coast, and continuing to work and teach in Los Angeles. For collaboration or conversation, email: elena@swimsocial.com / connect on LinkedIn.
Recent Features
Define Your Digital Edge Masterclass, The Wie Suite
Community Spotlight Interview, Docusign
Education
New Media Strategy in Communication (BA)
University of Washington
Awarded Excellence in Entrepreneurial Journalism
Follow / Visit
@elena @swimsocial @human.possibility
swimsocial.com + human-possibility.com