Below is a collection of my people-focused articles. Over the years I’ve had the pleasure of profiling people in a variety of industries including food and beverage, performing arts, and more. If you’re looking for a writer who can skillfully craft profiles and q&a’s, I can be reached at lia@liapicard.com.

Atlanta Magazine

A doughnut maker gets ready to hang up his apron

Female Farmers are Rare in Georgia, Ashley Rodgers Wants to Change That 

For Armond Wilbourn, beekeeping is about more than just the honey

Food & Wine

Greg Crafter wants to turn your walls into gardens

Thrillist

For the Hsu Siblings, Lunar New Year means Lion Dances, Long Noodles, and Even KFC

Pinky Cole is Revolutionizing Veganism for Black Atlanta

How Chai Box Founder Monica Sunny Turned a Family Ritual Into a Booming Atlanta Business