LONG BEACH, CA, April 21, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sam Orihuela Ochoa has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Orihuela Ochoa has established a distinguished career in the packaging industry, marked by a decade of progressive experience and innovation. Since 2021, she has served as a packaging engineer at Belkin International, collaborating with creative and marketing teams to develop unique, cost-effective primary packaging for consumer electronics products. Her responsibilities include drafting, designing and testing plastic-free, sustainable packaging solutions that meet customer requirements while providing an engaging, out-of-the-box experience. Ms. Orihuela Ochoa ensures all structural designs adhere to production limitations, budget constraints and safety regulations. She is instrumental in implementing sustainable materials and supports her colleagues in brainstorming inclusive design solutions that reflect Belkin International's values, from packaging to the product itself.

Before joining Belkin International, Ms. Orihuela Ochoa worked at Bay Cities from 2019 to 2021. In this role, she was tasked with creatively solving packaging and retail display challenges for a diverse client base. Her projects often involved large-scale displays, in contrast to the more compact product packaging she currently develops. This position marked her first professional engagement after college and provided her with valuable experience in client collaboration and project management.

Ms. Orihuela Ochoa began her professional journey as a structural design intern at Packaging Corporation of America from 2017 to 2019. During this period, she gained hands-on experience in structural design, further developing her technical skills and understanding of the industry's demands. Her early career also included serving as art director for Long Beach Union Weekly from 2015 to 2017, where she honed her creative direction and leadership abilities. Additionally, she worked as a sales associate at Sherwin-Williams in 2016, gaining customer service experience that contributed to her well-rounded professional background.

Throughout her career, Ms. Orihuela Ochoa has been an active member of the Design Student Association, reflecting her commitment to professional development and industry engagement. She is most proud of her ability to transform challenges into valuable lessons, viewing setbacks not as failures but as opportunities for growth. This perspective has shaped her approach to design and problem-solving, allowing her to continually learn and evolve within her field.

Ms. Orihuela Ochoa's academic foundation was established at California State University, Long Beach, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Product Design in 2019. The university's esteemed program provided her with practical skills relevant to manufacturing, including essential terminology and supply chain management. During her studies, she participated in numerous branded projects with companies such as Belkin International, notably designing a phone case and its packaging that showcased the entire product development process. She presented her final projects at the ID/IA Senior Showcase in 2019, demonstrating both creativity and technical proficiency.

Her passion for transforming two-dimensional designs into three-dimensional forms emerged during her college years at California State University, Long Beach, a period she recalls fondly for its hands-on learning environment. Discovering that she could pursue a career blending creativity with practical application affirmed her affinity for industrial design. Ms. Orihuela Ochoa attributes much of her success to resilience and perseverance, qualities that have enabled her to overcome obstacles and remain committed to her goals.

Beyond her professional achievements, Ms. Orihuela Ochoa has demonstrated civic engagement through volunteer work at a dog shelter, reflecting a broader commitment to community involvement. Her academic excellence has been recognized through several honors: the Fine Arts Affiliates Scholarship from the College of the Arts at California State University-Long Beach in 2016; inclusion on the President's Honors List by President Jane Close Conoley in 2014 and 2015; and recognition on the Dean's Honors List by Dean Cyrus Parker-Jeannette in 2014.

Ms. Orihuela Ochoa's creative pursuits extend into publication with contributions to "Long Beach Union Weekly" at California State University, Long Beach in 2015.

Born in Mexico, Ms. Orihuela Ochoa immigrated to the United States at age seventeen, a formative experience that continues to inspire pride in both herself and her family. She credits their support as a driving force behind her accomplishments and draws inspiration from family members as well as professors and peers encountered throughout her journey. Many of those who have influenced or collaborated with Ms. Orihuela Ochoa share similar immigrant backgrounds, reinforcing her belief in the strength found within shared experiences.

In addition to her professional endeavors, Ms. Orihuela Ochoa enjoys reading, audiobooks, music, playing the piano, swimming, painting and drawing. She is committed to pursuing greater responsibility in her field while seeking new challenges that enable creative problem-solving beyond traditional boundaries. With expertise in user experience design and a dedication to human-centered principles, Ms. Orihuela Ochoa remains open to exploring diverse opportunities across industries, always keeping users' needs at the forefront of every project she undertakes.

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