Alyssa has a background in visual arts and working in support roles in creative fields. Prior to joining AEA, Alyssa worked for artist Jacob Hashimoto, where she assisted in the production of his wall works and installations. She has also worked as a Fulfillment Manager in New York and as an Interior Design Assistant in San Diego. She holds a B.F.A with honors in Painting and Drawing from the State University of New York at New Paltz. She is a Beacon resident and in her free time, she enjoys painting, drawing, running, and hiking.