Zhelbert combined her background in Theatre Arts and Business Administration with experience in set design, architecture, lighting, and marketing at Paramount Pictures where she innovated in-theatre marketing and merchandising. Transitioning from corporate to creative endeavors, she excelled in home décor, earning recognition for her aesthetic sense. This led to her role in a home & garden show and eventually to founding Project Staging, leveraging her expertise in design and space utilization. Alongside her professional achievements, Zhelbert supports non-profit causes and enjoys home staging, interior design, and gardening.