Amanda Bozzuto (@IMPACTAmanda) is one of the creative minds working tirelessly to ensure that IMPACT Branding and Design maintains the highest standards in graphic design.

Not only is she a Graphic Designer for the company, she also takes part in keeping our social media campaigns running smoothly.

Amanda constantly has a smile on her face and is quick to laugh at anyone’s jokes (even if she doesn’t always understand them).  After being with the company for over a year now, Amanda is an integral part of the IMPACT family.

Q:  Where did you grow up and what was it like?

Amanda:  I grew up in Northford, Connecticut.  It’s a really small town, and I’ve always been surrounded by a lot of family.  I was raised on a big farm so I’ve been around animals all my life, although I’m definitely not your typical farm girl.

Q:  How would your family and close friends describe you?

Amanda:  They’d all describe me as trustworthy; I’m someone that you can come to if you need to talk.  I’m bubbly and can be a little bit of an airhead at times.  Family is really important to me. As an older sister and one of the oldest of many cousins, I’m very involved.  I love being around my family.

Behind the Screens: Getting to Know Amanda Bozzuto

Amanda’s brothers Adam (left) and Andrew (right)

Q:  Who is the most influential person in your life?

Amanda:  I’d have to say both of my parents.  They’re both business owners and basically everything I want to be as a person. My dad is really successful and is such an inspiration – he worked (and still works) really hard to get to where he is today.  He’s very goal-oriented and strong-minded, and is someone I’ve always looked up to.  My mom is my best friend.  I tell her everything!  She’s always been there for me and I know I can always go to her for anything and she’ll support me 100%.

Q:  What is your all-time favorite movie?

Amanda:  I don’t really watch a lot of movies or TV.  If I had to choose, I’d probably go with Just Go With It with Jennifer Aniston.  Love her!

Q:  What is currently playing on your iPod?

Amanda:  I’ll listen to anything.  Lately I’ve been listening to a lot of rock; I like meaningful music. Anything but rap or country!

Q:  Who is your celebrity crush?

Amanda:  Channing Tatum.  Obviously.  I watch all of his movies, especially the Step Up series.  There’s just something about the way he dances…

Q:  What is your guilty pleasure? 

Amanda:  Painting my nails.  I change the color at least twice a week, and no chipping allowed!  Everyone thinks I’m crazy, but it’s just something I have to do.  I literally can’t go more then like two days without nail polish on. It’s almost an OCD thing.

Q:  If you could spend an entire paycheck without worrying about bills or savings, what would you spend it on?

Amanda:  I’d buy another Louis bag, no question.  Purses are great investments – they last a really long time if you take care of them. They’ll even become vintage one-of-a-kind bags by the time I have a daughter, and then they’ll be valuable hand-me-downs! Definitely worth the money ;)

Q:  What’s your favorite hobby or pastime?

Amanda:  Working out. I find it therapeutic (sometimes). I like to take kickboxing classes.  It’s a great way to get out the stress of the day – I wish I had more time for it.

Q:  Who is your favorite musical artist or band?

Amanda:  I love Beyoncé.  Not just as a musical artist, but as a person.  She seems like such a strong person and I think she makes a great role model.

Q:  Describe your perfect Saturday afternoon.

Amanda:  I’d spend it with Joe, my boyfriend.  It would probably be on a boat or near the water so I could really relax, with a glass of wine and some cheesecake.  My puppies would be there, as well, of course.

Behind the Screens: Getting to Know Amanda Bozzuto

Amanda’s puppies Zack and Zoey

Q:  What’s something your co-workers would be surprised to learn about you?

Amanda:  I was on an episode of MTV’s My Super Sweet Sixteen. A friend of mine got chosen for the show and I was a part of her grand entrance fashion show. It was a pretty cool experience!

Speed Round:

Yankees or Red Sox? Oh god. I’m a Yankees fan at heart, but I have a die-hard Red Sox fan for a boyfriend. So I’ve learned to be neutral!!

Mac or PC?  Mac

Pepsi or Coke?  Pepsi

Chocolate or Vanilla?  Chocolate