LILLY MCCARTHY

Junior PUBLICISt

CHICAGO

Fresh out of DePaul University, Lilly McCarthy joined the H2 team with a bachelor’s degree in public relations and advertising. While in school, she served the V.P. of Professional Develop of DePaul’s PRSSA chapter and further developed her interest in the hospitality industry as a social media and influencer relations intern at one of Chicago’s premier boutique restaurant and hospitality-focused PR agencies. In addition, Lilly has worked in restaurants and hospitality herself in Chicago since high school; the fast-paced and people-forward environment keeps her motivated and energized. In her free time, she puts her passion for social media storytelling into action on her food Instagram, sharing all her favorite bites and drinks from around the city.