Brianna Vermilya

Brianna Vermilya is a program leader with Gwinnett County Government, working in Parks and Recreation at a community center in Lawrenceville, Georgia. In her role, she engages with the public, organizes community events, develops programming for seniors, and secures sponsorships to support local initiatives. She began her career with Gwinnett County in 2024, shortly after earning a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business. Her professional background spans public service, marketing, communications, healthcare, and insurance, giving her a versatile foundation in strategic planning, community outreach, brand development, and relationship building. During her marketing internship at Piedmont Healthcare, she contributed to strategic marketing initiatives and presented recommendations to executive leadership. She also gained communications experience at Lawrenceville First United Methodist Church, where her work strengthened newsletter engagement, digital outreach, and event promotion.

Beyond her work in public service, Brianna is an author, writer, and musician with a passion for storytelling and creative expression. She published her poetry novel, Forged in the Quiet, which explores themes of abuse, adolescence, adulthood, relationships, and the challenges women encounter throughout their lives. Her writing reflects her commitment to authentic storytelling and creating opportunities for readers to connect with difficult experiences through reflection and shared understanding. Brianna also previously founded Jade’s Halo, a nonprofit dedicated to suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and chronic illness advocacy. Through community partnerships, fundraising events, and educational initiatives, she worked to connect individuals with resources and encourage greater awareness of mental health. She later sold the organization and facilitated its merger with another organization, marking a new chapter in her entrepreneurial journey while building on the mission she had established.

Brianna attributes her success to authenticity, determination, and the willingness to pursue opportunities beyond her immediate circumstances. She believes in remaining true to herself, embracing her individuality, and seeking out greater opportunities when necessary rather than allowing limitations to define her path. Her commitment to leadership and service was evident during her time at Georgia State University, where she served as president of Lead Team and contributed to student engagement, leadership development, and community initiatives. Her accomplishments include being named Student of the Year at Maxwell High School, as well as earning recognition for her involvement in student organizations, including Student Organization of the Year in 2022 and Outstanding Leader honors. Guided by honesty, hard work, and dedication, Brianna continues to combine her interests in public service, leadership, and creative writing to make a meaningful impact on the people and communities she serves.