Five Minutes With Emily VanSchmus.

Emily VanSchmus – Digital Assistant Holidays & Entertaining Editor at Better Homes & Gardens

1. Tell us about your current occupation and how you landed such a fabulous job.⁣

I am the assistant holidays and entertaining editor at BHG.com, where we like to say it's Christmas all the time. I went to Drake University and worked for BHG through their apprentice program senior year, which led to a full time job after graduation.

2. What's your best advice for PR professionals?

My best advice is don't settle for a job you don't absolutely love. The right one is out there!

3. What's a fun fact about you?

I believe the day after Halloween is the most appropriate day for the Christmas tree to go up!

4. Tell us about your favorite nonprofit and why.

My favorite nonprofit is the ACLU Foundation, because they do so much to fight for racial justice, reproductive rights, and other civil liberties.

5. What's your favorite meal, movie, or vacation spot?

My favorite vacation spot is Napa, California. I love relaxing in sunny California with a good glass of wine!