Zierra Forbes

“On Point has helped me tremendously in so many ways.”

Zierra was introduced to On Point for College by classmates at Buffalo State College, and is grateful for the opportunities she has had as a result. “I am very thankful for the support, rides, books, and especially On Point for Jobs,” she says.

Armed with her B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Administration—and the support of On Point for Jobs—Zierra was hired as a product advisor for Microsoft at Destiny USA where she is actively engaged in the company’s community service initiative, which provides a stipend for local charities for every hour of volunteer work completed by their employees. She volunteers at least twice a month at agencies like the Food Bank, Girl Scouts, Rescue Mission, and Ronald McDonald House.

Before being hired by Microsoft, she co-planned the grand opening of the SALT Makerspace at the Delevan Art Center.

“On Point has helped me by providing great networking opportunities and the chance to participate in projects I care deeply about,” says Zierra. She is passionate about making our community a better place and encouraging others to do the same.