Kerri Lane Mariano, a Summa Cum Laude Media and Film graduate from Shenandoah University, is an award-winning writer, director, producer, artist, and photographer. Known for films like Santa Girl and Cupid for Christmas, she partners with local businesses to showcase her hometown of Winchester, Virginia. Her debut novel, The Gingerbread Games (2024), and upcoming film Miss Valentine (2025) highlight her commitment to heartfelt storytelling and community.