Forbes Travel Guide

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Forbes Travel Guide is a star rating service and series of travel guides for hotels, restaurants and spas. Headquarters: Atlanta, Georgia, United States CEO: Jerry Inzerillo Founded: 1958

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Forbes Travel Guide Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Carissa Chesanek Carissa Chesanek Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area Details
Carissa Chesanek's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2013 - February 2014
Job Professional Writer
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Zagat Survey  October 2013 - September 2015
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2013 - February 2014
Rundown   March 2011 - November 2013
CityEats.com, Food Network   February 2013 - May 2013
Zagat Survey  June 2012 - November 2012
Haute Living Magazine  February 2011 - May 2011
AOL  November 2010 - April 2011
Dining Out & Entertainment Guide Pty Ltd   2010 - 2011
DivaVillage.com   May 2009 - December 2010
Miami New Times  December 2009 - April 2010

Skills
Content Management, Illustrator, Copy Editing, Fashion, Editing, Food Writing, Press Releases, Publications, Editorial, Magazines, Journalism

Education
Regent University, Virginia Beach, West Virginia/Distant Learning
Masters, Journalism

Central Connecticut State University   2002 — 2006
Bachelors, Arts/Sciences, with a concentration in Illustration

Dana Freeman Dana Freeman Burlington, Vermont Area Details
Dana Freeman's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Founder & Chief Content Officer FindandGoSeek | Travel Writer
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
findandgoseek.net   November 2006 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2014 - Present
Ski Vermont   November 2013 - Present
Hotel Vermont  June 2013 - Present
Dell  July 1997 - January 1999
Sun Microsystems  December 1996 - July 1997
Information Builders  April 1996 - December 1996
UnixWare Technology Group   1994 - 1996
Novell  1993 - 1994
UNIX International   1990 - 1993

Skills
Social Media Strategist, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Trade Show Management, Event Management, Marketing Management, Social Media, Blogging, Travel, Reviews, Travel Writing, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Trade Shows, Digital Media, Advertising, Event Planning, Facebook, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Copywriting, Direct Marketing, Google Analytics

Education
University of Delaware   1986 — 1990
BA, International Relations, French

Mountain Lakes High School   1982 — 1986

Annie Koval Annie Koval Greater Chicago Area Details
Annie Koval's Forbes Travel Guide Experience August 2011 - October 2011
Job Marketing Specialist at Bosch Software Innovations
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Bosch Software Innovations  January 2015 - Present
Discover Financial Services  April 2013 - January 2015
Discover Financial Services  October 2012 - April 2013
Discover Financial Services  October 2011 - October 2012
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2011 - October 2011
Advanstar Communications  August 2011 - October 2011
Northwestern University  September 2010 - August 2011
Medill News Service  January 2011 - March 2011
Illini Media  September 2008 - April 2010
Marie Claire  December 2009 - January 2010

Skills
Copy Editing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Journalism, Editing, News Writing, Marketing, AP Style, Feature Articles, Blogging, Copywriting

Education
Northwestern University   2010 — 2011
MSJ, Journalism

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2006 — 2010
Journalism, Spanish

Elk Grove High School

Sara Broderick Sara Broderick Greater Chicago Area Details
Sara Broderick's Forbes Travel Guide Experience January 2008 - October 2009
Job Director of Regional Accounts, Midwest, Wynn | Encore Las Vegas
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Wynn Encore Las Vegas  July 2011 - Present
ConferenceDirect  April 2010 - June 2011
Forbes Travel Guide   January 2008 - October 2009
The Ritz-Carlton Chicago  May 1994 - January 2008
Omni Orrington Hotel   August 1990 - May 1994

Skills
Customer Service, New Business Development, Marketing, Sales Management, Sales, Direct Marketing, Hotels, Recruiting, Team Building, Trade Shows, Hospitality, Tourism, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning

Education
Saint Mary's College   1986 — 1990
BA, Communications

Marquette High School

Beth Sadowski Beth Sadowski Greater Chicago Area Details
Beth Sadowski's Forbes Travel Guide Experience 2011 - 2014
Job Communication and Graphics Coordinator at Alper Services LLC
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Alper Services LLC  2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   2011 - 2014
Active Transportation Alliance  2011 - 2011
Initiative  2005 - 2011

Skills
Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Layout, Mac, Typography, Graphics, Creative Direction, Social Media, Photoshop, Logo Design

Education
Columbia College Chicago   2008 — 2011
BFA, Graphic Design

DePaul University   1999 — 2004
BS, Marketing

Kayleigh Kulp Kayleigh Kulp Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Kayleigh Kulp's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2012 - November 2014
Job Author of Booze for Babes, Spirits Columnist for the Daily Beast
Industry Online Media
Experience
Booze for Babes: the Smart Woman's Guide to Drinking Spirits Right   January 2012 - Present
K.Rose Community Development   November 2012 - Present
KayleighKulp.com   June 2005 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2012 - November 2014
ICF International  June 2009 - April 2011
New York Women in Communications  2010 - 2010
Post-Newsweek Media  November 2007 - May 2009

Skills
Editing, Social Media, Blogging, Copy Editing, Journalism, Press Releases, Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Web Content, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Corporate Communications, Newspapers, Storytelling, Editorial, Publishing

Education
New York University
B.A., Social and Cultural Analysis and Media Criticism

Kelly Sherman Kelly Sherman Greater Denver Area Details
Kelly Sherman's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2013 - March 2014
Job M.A., CAPM
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
CDW-G  June 2014 - April 2015
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2013 - March 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2012 - May 2013
University of Illinois at Chicago, School of Continuing Studies   September 2011 - June 2012
Nielsen  September 2010 - August 2011
Examiner  March 2010 - August 2011
Enterprise Rent-A-Car  March 2009 - April 2010
IJM Enterprises LLC   March 2008 - July 2008
Florida State University  January 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Editing, Editorial, Research, Writing, Training, Project Coordination, Marketing Communications, Academic Writing, Project Management, Creative Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Higher Education, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Communication Skills, Organizational..., Qualitative Research, Proposal Writing, Survey Research, Quantitative Research, Cross-functional Team..., Proofreading, Structural Editing, Chicago Manual, APA, MLA, Fact-checking, Operations Management, Human Resources, Research Design, Recruiting, Market Research, Office Administration, Logistics Management, International Logistics, Teaching Adults, Budgets, Academic Tutoring, Academic Research, Microsoft Excel, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Online Research, Global Human Resources...

Education
University of Illinois at Chicago   2011 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), English Studies

Florida State University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy and English

Sarah Virginia White Sarah Virginia White San Francisco, California Details
Sarah Virginia White's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2012 - August 2012
Job Editor at Sproutling
Industry Publishing
Experience
Departures, San Francisco, Interiors, 7x7, SFC&G, Where, USA TODAY, Time Out Chicago   2010 - Present
Sproutling  June 2014 - September 2015
California Home+Design   September 2012 - March 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2012 - August 2012
Chicago Home + Garden Magazine  August 2011 - February 2012
Women's Sports Foundation  October 2007 - September 2008
Harvard University  November 2004 - July 2006

Skills
WordPress, Google Analytics, Editorial, Journalism, Editing, Content Management, Social Media, InDesign, Magazines, Photoshop, Copywriting, Custom Content Creation, InCopy, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, French, Hootsuite, FileMaker, Google Adwords, Video Editing, Art Direction, Swedish, Microsoft Excel, MIcrosoft Word, AutoCAD, TweetDeck, ArcGIS

Education
Northwestern University   2010 — 2011
MSJ, Magazine Publishing

Harvard University   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biological Anthropology

Andrea M. Giampoli Andrea M. Giampoli Chicago, Illinois Details
Andrea M. Giampoli's Forbes Travel Guide Experience March 2009 - July 2010
Job Environmental Permitting Specialist at Invenergy LLC
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Invenergy LLC  September 2014 - Present
Daley Mohan Groble P.C.   July 2014 - September 2014
Port Authority of NY & NJ  January 2012 - December 2013
United Nations - Office of Legal Affairs/Division for Sustainable Development   June 2011 - December 2011
Forbes Travel Guide   March 2009 - July 2010
Expediciones Chile   December 2007 - April 2008
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society  May 2006 - December 2007

Education
Rutgers University School of Law - Newark   2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor

University of Wisconsin-Madison   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts

Katherine Dorsett Bennett Katherine Dorsett Bennett Greater Atlanta Area Details
Katherine Dorsett Bennett's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2012 - March 2014
Job writer/producer/copy editor at CNN
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
CNN  August 2000 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2012 - March 2014
Cox Communications  March 2010 - May 2010
Peachtree Papers Magazine   May 2008 - May 2009
Gannett/WMAZ-TV   May 2006 - August 2007
KFBB-TV  1999 - 2000
Granite Broadcasting/Lin Television   1995 - 1999
WFND-TV   1994 - 1995
Purdue University  1993 - 1994

Skills
Video production, Writing, Copy editing, Broadcast Journalism, Online Journalism, Fundraising, Event Planning, Magazine Writing, Athletic Training, Copy Editing, Video Production, Editing, Video Editing, Video, Magazines, Field Producing, Investigative Reporting, Voice Over, Photography, Public Relations, Storytelling, News Writing, Breaking News, Producing, Journalism, Field Production

Education
Purdue University   1990 — 1994
BA

Culver Girls Academy   1988 — 1990

Findlay High School/Central Junior HS   1986 — 1988

Jennifer Kane McGee Jennifer Kane McGee Greater New York City Area Details
Jennifer Kane McGee's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Vice President, Client Services at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2015 - Present
Langham Hospitality Group  March 2012 - February 2015
The Surrey Hotel  2010 - 2011
Gramercy Park Hotel  December 2005 - December 2010
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group  January 2000 - November 2005
Hyatt International Hotels  January 1995 - March 1999
Four Seasons Tokyo   1998 - 1999

Skills
HIS Epitome, Global Delphi, Marketing Strategy, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis, Hotel Management, Yield Management, Hospitality Management, Resorts, Hospitality, Pre-opening, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Tourism, Rooms Division, Micros, Property Management...

Education
University of Dayton   1991 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts

St. Francis Prep

Thierry Roch Thierry Roch Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Thierry Roch's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2013 - February 2014
Job Business Development Executive + Commercial Real Estate Agent
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Independent Hospitality Consultants   February 2014 - Present
Keller Williams Commercial Division  May 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2013 - February 2014
Preferred Hotel Group  June 1999 - January 2013
American Hotel & Lodging Association  April 1992 - May 1999
Berens Asset Mgmt.   1989 - 1991

Skills
Revenue Analysis, Yield Management, Hotels, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Banquets, Catering, Restaurants, Tourism, Pre-opening, Resorts, Front Office, Hotel Management, Team Building, Budgets, Luxury, Meeting Planning, Operations Management, Travel Management, Public Relations, Sales, Event Management, Building Strong..., Financially Astute, Goal-oriented..., Superior Organization, Strong Authentication, Performance Attribution, Food, SuccessFactors, Income Statement, Maintaining Strong..., Superior Client Service, Strong Business Acumen, Business Intelligence, Market Intelligence, Leisure Travel, Menu Development, Historic Preservation, Restaurant Management, Business Travel, Corporate Events

Education
The George Washington University - School of Business   1990 — 1991

University of Virginia   1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering

Xania Woodman Xania Woodman Las Vegas, Nevada Details
Xania Woodman's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2013 - Present
Job Senior Editor—Vegas Seven Magazine
Industry Publishing
Experience
The NEAT Glass   July 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2013 - Present
Vegas Rated   September 2011 - Present
Vegas Seven Magazine   May 2010 - Present
Freelance Writer and Editor  October 2004 - Present

Skills
Employee Relations, Social Media, Food & Beverage, Wine, Beer, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Event Management, Social Networking, Nightlife, Restaurant Management, Customer Service, Entertainment, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Cocktails, Sales, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Menu Development, Alcoholic Beverages, Brand Development, Facebook, Catering, Recipes, Banquets, Culinary Skills, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Restaurants, Blogging

Education
Cornell University   1996 — 2000
Bachelors of Science, Hospitality Management

Crescent School of Bartending
Bartending Certificate

Stephen Combs Stephen Combs Greater Atlanta Area Details
Stephen Combs's Forbes Travel Guide Experience April 2010 - Present
Job SVP Legal
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Sharecare, Inc  April 2010 - Present
Surfrider Foundation  June 2014 - Present
The Dr. Oz Show  April 2010 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   April 2010 - Present
Combs Ventures, LLC   September 2008 - Present
Discovery Communications  2008 - April 2010
Morris, Manning & Martin LLP   2006 - 2008
Home Depot  2004 - 2006
Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP   2000 - 2004
Draughon Professional Association   1997 - 2000

Skills
Projects, Licensing, Privacy Law, Intellectual Property, Professional Ethics, Internet, Start-ups, Legal Issues, Copyright Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Governance, Patents, Cyberlaw, Corporate Law, Due Diligence, Joint Ventures, Management

Education
Emory University   1993 — 1996
Doctor of Law

Florida State University   1989 — 1993
B.S., Finance, magna cum laude

Taniesha Robinson Taniesha Robinson Greater Chicago Area Details
Taniesha Robinson's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2010 - November 2010
Job Digital Media Specialist at Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Northwestern University
Industry Online Media
Experience
Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Northwestern University   March 2013 - Present
Content That Works  June 2009 - Present
OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network  October 2011 - February 2013
The Privacy Project   June 2011 - September 2011
Better Government Association  March 2011 - June 2011
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2010 - November 2010
Chicago Parent magazine  March 2009 - June 2009

Education
Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University   2011 — 2011
Master of Science (M.S.)

Northwestern University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Mina Bloom Mina Bloom Chicago, Illinois Details
Mina Bloom's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2011 - April 2012
Job Neighborhood Reporter, Covering Uptown and Andersonville at DNAinfo (New Media News LLC)
Industry Newspapers
Experience
DNAinfo (New Media News LLC)   February 2015 - Present
Various Chicago-based outlets   June 2010 - Present
DNAinfo (New Media News LLC)   June 2014 - February 2015
Groupon  April 2012 - March 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2011 - April 2012
The Columbia Chronicle  August 2009 - May 2011
Echo Magazine  September 2010 - February 2011
The Onion  June 2010 - August 2010
Time Out Chicago  June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Journalism, Editing, Stories, Writing, Newspaper, Fact-checking, Copy Editing, Microsoft Office, InDesign, basic CSS, Wordpress, Newspapers, Video, AP Style, Magazines, Storytelling, Multimedia, Social Media, Feature Articles, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Photoshop

Education
Columbia College Chicago   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Magazine Journalism

Jennifer Lodge Jennifer Lodge Williamsburg, Michigan Details
Jennifer Lodge's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Vice President, Client Services Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   January 2013 - June 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2008 - January 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   March 2006 - May 2008

Skills
Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Pre-opening, Restaurants, Event Management, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Team Building, Rooms Division, Budgets, Front Office, Leadership, Management, Catering, Event Planning, Tourism

Education
Michigan State University   1984 — 1988
Business, Hotel, Restaurant, Institutional Management

Suzanna K. Lourie Suzanna K. Lourie Saint Louis, Missouri Details
Suzanna K. Lourie's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2014 - January 2015
Job Travel Writer & Content Specialist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
St. Louis Magazine  January 2015 - Present
Various Travel Publications   January 2013 - Present
Client-Specific Web Content, Blogging & Social Media Presence   December 2012 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2014 - January 2015
"Costa Rica: The Complete Guide: Eco Adventures in Paradise" by James Kaiser   March 2014 - June 2014
The Tico Times  May 2012 - June 2014
Las Mareas de Tamarindo   September 2012 - April 2014
TIDE Academy   January 2012 - October 2012
The Saratogian  January 2011 - January 2012
Her Campus Magazine   September 2009 - May 2011

Skills
Social Media, Blogging, Travel Writing, Marketing Communications, Spanish, Final Cut Pro, Journalism, Reporting, Web Content, AP Style, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Video Editing, Microsoft Excel, CMS, Photography, Digital Media, Grammar, Editing, SEO copywriting, Facebook, Writing

Education
Skidmore College   2007 — 2011
BA, Intercultural Communication, Magna Cum Laude

Boston University   2010 — 2011
Study Abroad - Travel Writing & International Communications

Boston College   2009 — 2010
Communication and Media Studies, Sophomore

The Loomis Chaffee School   2003 — 2007
High School, General

Ryan Craggs Ryan Craggs Brooklyn, New York Details
Ryan Craggs's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2011 - December 2011
Job Senior News Editor at Thrillist
Industry Online Media
Experience
Thrillist  May 2015 - Present
Thrillist  April 2014 - May 2015
The Huffington Post  March 2013 - April 2014
The Huffington Post  January 2012 - March 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2011 - December 2011

Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Editorial, Feature Articles, AP Style, Web Content, Blogging, Content Strategy, Storytelling, Newspapers, Online Journalism, News Writing, Editing, Copywriting, Content Management, Magazines, Fact-checking, Proofreading, New Media, Publishing, Stripping, Adult Entertainment, Fashion, Arms Control, Positivity, Infectious Diseases, Wrestling, Raindrop Technique, Mugs, Social Media, Writing, Facebook, Breaking News, Cheese, Dogs, Boat, Heat, Batteries

Education
Northwestern University   2009 — 2010
Master of Science (MS), Journalism

The Ohio State University   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Spanish Language and Literature, English Language and Literature

Rachel Bowie Rachel Bowie Greater New York City Area Details
Rachel Bowie's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2011 - December 2013
Job Editor at PureWow
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
PureWow  June 2015 - Present
ZesterDaily  April 2013 - Present
Hearst Magazines  July 2011 - June 2015
New York Women in Communications  May 2012 - June 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2011 - December 2013
Niche Media  March 2008 - September 2012
New York Women in Communications  May 2010 - July 2012
Scholastic  September 2009 - July 2011
New York Resident Magazine   April 2008 - July 2010
New York Women in Communications  December 2008 - May 2010

Skills
Editing, Ap Style, Blogging, Copy Editing, Fact-checking, Magazines, Press Releases, Journalism, Editorial, Web Content, Publishing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Publicity, Newspaper, Copywriting, Media Relations, Online Journalism, AP Style, Social Media, Freelance Writing, InCopy, News Writing, Facebook, Content Development, Travel Writing, Newsletters, New Media, Creative Writing, Newspapers, Online Publishing, Content Management, Proofreading, Interviews, Digital Media, Public Relations, Content Strategy, Strategic Communications, Publications, Corporate Communications, Tumblr, Books, WordPress, QuarkXPress, Cision, Investigative Reporting, Headline Writing, Text Editing, Multimedia, Web Content Management

Education
New York University   2009 — 2012
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching

Emerson College   2004 — 2006
MA, Journalism

Wheaton College (MA)   2000 — 2004
BA, Sociology

Jeff Wielgopolan Jeff Wielgopolan Houston, Texas Details
Jeff Wielgopolan's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Vice President, Learning & Development, Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   2007 - Present
Mobil Travel Guide  2005 - 2007
Lettuce Entertain You  2002 - 2005
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts  May 2000 - August 2000

Skills
Hospitality, Restaurants, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Food, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management

Education
Cornell University   1997 — 2001
Degree of Bachelor of Science, Hotel School

Morgan Lord Morgan Lord Greater Chicago Area Details
Morgan Lord's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2011 - August 2012
Job Performer at iO Chicago
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Freelance Journalist, Writer & Editor   January 2006 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2011 - August 2012
Concordia University  2009 - 2011
Men's Health magazine  August 2005 - September 2006

Skills
Journalism, Acting, Improvisation, Blogging, Editorial, Storytelling, Screenwriting, Comedy, Editing, Online Journalism, AP Style, Magazines, Web Content, Copy Editing, Freelance Writing, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Public Relations, Publications, Content Strategy, Professors

Education
Northwestern University   2005 — 2006
MSJ, Journalism

University of Florida   2000 — 2004
BSJ, Journalism

Emma (Frankart) Henterly Emma (Frankart) Henterly Columbus, Ohio Area Details
Emma (Frankart) Henterly's Forbes Travel Guide Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Communications Office, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Communications Office, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services   April 2012 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2013 - Present
Dispatch Magazines   April 2012 - Present
TopTenREVIEWS  December 2009 - Present
Columbus Monthly  October 2010 - April 2012
Southeast Ohio magazine  March 2010 - June 2010
Backdrop magazine  June 2009 - June 2010
Southeast Ohio magazine  January 2010 - March 2010
CMH Magazine  2010 - 2010
Ohio University Dining Services  September 2006 - September 2009

Skills
Ap Style, Feature Articles, Magazines, Publications, InDesign, Facebook, News Writing, Mac, Copy Editing, AP Style, Photoshop, Social Media, Research, Publishing, Freelance Writing, Public Relations, Press Releases, SEO, Team Management, Graphic Design, Editing, Editorial, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Leadership, CMS, Storytelling, Newsletters, Photography, Copywriting, Fact-checking, Journalism, Fundraising, Books, Proofreading, Media Relations, Content Management, Web Content, Newspapers, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Video Editing, Online Journalism, Strategic Communications, WordPress, Speech Writing, Content Development, SEO copywriting

Education
Ohio University   2006 — 2010
BS, Journalism

Micarl Hill Micarl Hill Atlanta, Georgia Details
Micarl Hill's Forbes Travel Guide Experience 2012 - Present
Job Sr. Vice President, Hospitality Partners at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   2012 - Present
Mansion on Peachtree - A Rosewood Hotel & Residence   June 2011 - May 2012
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts  2011 - 2012
Preferred Hotel Group  March 2006 - June 2011

Skills
Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Yield Management, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Resorts, Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Restaurants, Pre-opening, Catering, Front Office, Tourism, Luxury, Rooms Division, Management, Marketing Strategy, Banquets, Event Management, Leisure, Menu Development, Meeting Planning, Fine Dining, Property Management..., Incentives, Restaurant Management, Hotel Booking, Online Travel, Food, Sales, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Wine, Travel Management, Social Media, Revenue Forecasting, Business Travel, Micros, Tour Operators, Spa, Culinary Skills, MICROS

Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona   1980 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Hotel. Restaurant and Travel Management.

Connor Lewis Connor Lewis Athens, Georgia Details
Connor Lewis's Forbes Travel Guide Experience December 2014 - January 2015
Job Assistant Brand Manager at Newell Rubbermaid
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Newell Rubbermaid  June 2015 - Present
Latham Concept Designs   August 2010 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2014 - January 2015
Southern Tide  August 2011 - December 2014
The Weather Channel  May 2014 - August 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2013 - January 2014
The Delta Chi Fraternity, Inc.   January 2012 - August 2012
University of Alabama  August 2010 - May 2012

Skills
Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Mac OS X, Nonprofits, Logo Design, Social Media, InDesign, Social Networking, PowerPoint, Facebook, WordPress, Microsoft Excel, Web Design, Microsoft Word, HTML, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Final Cut Pro, Marketing, Event Planning, Spanish, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, OS X

Education
The University of Georgia   2012 — 2014
Pursuing Bachelor of Science, Marketing

University of Alabama   2010 — 2012

Jackson Reeves Jackson Reeves Greater Atlanta Area Details
Jackson Reeves's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2012 - June 2013
Job Educator, Writer, Digital Media Specialist, and General JackofAllTrades
Industry Education Management
Experience
Atlanta Tutors   January 2013 - Present
Atlanta Magazine  April 2011 - September 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2012 - June 2013
Atlanta Magazine  April 2010 - March 2011
Public Broadcasting Atlanta  November 2009 - March 2010
Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles   May 2009 - September 2009
Hudson Valley Magazine  January 2009 - May 2009
Poughkeepsie Journal  January 2009 - May 2009
Women's Health Magazine  October 2008 - May 2009
The Miscellany News  September 2006 - May 2009

Skills
Blogging, Editing, Facebook, Editorial, Proofreading, Social Networking, Newsletters, Magazines, Storytelling, Publishing, Publications, Newspaper, Publicity, Event Management, Advertising, Fundraising, Research, Books, Marketing, Copy Editing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Digital Media, Video, AP Style, Copywriting, Press Releases, Journalism, New Media, Web Content, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Adobe Creative Suite, DoubleClick, Google Analytics, Brightcove, WordPress, CSS, Web Design, Mobile Web Design, Microsoft Office, Content Strategy, Creative Writing, Media Relations

Education
Vassar College   2005 — 2009
B.A., Media Studies

New York University   2006 — 2007
Marketing

Dynamy Internship Year   2004 — 2005

The Galloway School   2000 — 2004
Mathematics

Kiara Bynum Kiara Bynum Atlanta, Georgia Details
Kiara Bynum's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Expense Analyst at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2014 - Present
PwC  June 2011 - August 2011
Goizueta Business School  August 2009 - May 2011

Skills
Accounting Applications, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Expensify

Education
Emory University   2008 — 2012

Emory University - Goizueta Business School   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting

Vincent Stoessel Vincent Stoessel Greater Atlanta Area Details
Vincent Stoessel's Forbes Travel Guide Experience January 2013 - October 2014
Job Java Integration Engineer, Backbase
Industry Internet
Experience
Backbase  October 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   January 2013 - October 2014
Sharecare, Inc  May 2011 - January 2013
Huron Consulting Group  July 2006 - May 2011
Aaxis Technologies   July 2004 - July 2006
AIPAC  March 2002 - June 2004
IDEV  2000 - 2001
Digex/Intermedia Communications   July 1996 - July 2000
CLDC - Howard University   January 1994 - September 1996
Howard University  January 1994 - August 1996

Skills
Agile Methodologies, Web Applications, Java, MySQL, REST, Apache, Web Services, Test Driven Development, Java Enterprise Edition, AJAX, Open Source, Programming, XML, Scrum, Continuous Integration, Project Management, Perl, JSON, Web Development, SQL, Spring, Subversion, Enterprise Software, Git, JavaScript, Tomcat, Hibernate, Software Development, Databases, HTML, MongoDB, Database Design, CSS, jQuery, Github, Grails, GORM, MyBatis, Magnolia CMS, IntelliJ IDEA, Google App Engine, Maven, Linux, Bash, Spring Framework

Education
University of Maryland Baltimore County   1985 — 1991
BA, Economics

Bronx High School of Science   1980 — 1985
HS

Donna Yuen Donna Yuen Vancouver, Canada Area Details
Donna Yuen's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2013 - Present
Job Freelance journalist and photographer
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2013 - Present
Freelance  January 2000 - Present
Travel Writers Tales   January 2006 - Present
British Columbia Association of Travel Writers   2000 - 2011
International Restaurant and Hotel Awards   January 2009 - December 2010
GSA Travel Magazine   2003 - 2004

Skills
Travel Writing, Web Content, Feature Articles, Freelance Writing, Journalism, Photography, Magazines, Newspapers, Editorial, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Publishing, Publications, Newsletters, News Writing, Press Releases, Blogging

Education
The University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology/English

Patricia Jenkins Patricia Jenkins Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Details
Patricia Jenkins's Forbes Travel Guide Experience January 2011 - June 2012
Job Director of Training and Quality St. Joe Club and Resorts
Industry Hospitality
Experience
St. Joe Club & Resorts   January 2015 - Present
The Kessler Collection  June 2012 - January 2015
Forbes Travel Guide   January 2011 - June 2012
Service Quality Consulting   July 2010 - January 2011
The Greenbrier Resort  July 2009 - June 2010
The Sea Island Company  June 2003 - December 2008
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island  1998 - 2003
Royal Caribbean International  1987 - 1998
ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE (RCCL)   1987 - 1998
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd  1986 - 1997

Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Training, Hospitality Management, Management, Food & Beverage, Customer Satisfaction

Education
Carlow College   1979 — 1981

Megan Downey Megan Downey Greater Chicago Area Details
Megan Downey's Forbes Travel Guide Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Web Content Editor, Mobile App Strategist, Social Media Strategist
Industry Online Media
Experience
Associations and Small Businesses   January 2014 - Present
Regional Publications   December 2008 - Present
bunkycushing.com   January 2010 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   January 2013 - Present
American College of Healthcare Executives  April 2013 - November 2013
American College of Healthcare Executives  February 2009 - June 2012
Soul City Church   August 2010 - November 2011
Creative Collective/Clark   December 2010 - April 2011
LAKE Magazine  January 2008 - December 2008
BNP Media  June 2006 - December 2007

Skills
Social Media, Digital Strategy, Content Editor, Social Media Development, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Monitoring, Social Networking..., Blogging, Editing, Magazine Writing, Electronic Newsletters, Web Analytics, Copy Editing, Web Editing, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, E-media, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Internet, Web Applications, Mobile Applications, Online Publishing, Online Communities, Online Branding, Online Communications, Digital Media, Magazines, Newsletters, Online Social Networking, Copywriting, Journalism, Editorial, Marketing, Community Sites, Facebook, Web Content Management, Press Releases, Dreamweaver, eMedia, Social Media Measurement, SEO, Publications, Newspapers, Web Content, Publishing, Content Development, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, Information Architecture

Education
Northwestern University   2004 — 2006
M.S.J., Magazine Publishing

The Johns Hopkins University   2000 — 2004
B.A., Writing

Christine Kirk Christine Kirk Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Christine Kirk's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2013 - Present
Job Founder & CEO of Social Muse Communications/PR & Social Media for Luxury Travel & Restaurant Brands
Industry Online Media
Experience
Social Muse Communications   December 2009 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2013 - Present
#luxchat   June 2010 - Present
CBS Corporation  March 2011 - January 2014
JustLuxe.com  September 2011 - February 2013
Girls in Tech - Los Angeles Chapter   January 2009 - August 2011
Murphy O'Brien  September 2009 - December 2009
Murphy O'Brien  September 2008 - September 2009
Zeno Group  August 2006 - September 2008
Zeno Group  March 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Public Relations, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Digital Media, Corporate Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Personal Branding, Corporate Communications, Corporate Blogging, Social Media Blogging, Video Blogging, Product Launch, Business Launch, Crisis Communications, Crisis Management, Twitter, Facebook Marketing, Facebook Fan Page..., Custom Facebook Pages, Strategic Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Digital Strategy, Start-up Consulting, Luxury Brand Marketing, Food & Beverage, Travel Writing, Online Travel, Hospitality Consulting, Luxury Goods, Luxury Lifestyle, Social Networking, Marketing, New Media, Publicity, Content Strategy, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, Event Planning, Television, Press Releases, Social Media Measurement, Blogger, Web Content, Copywriting, Strategy, Content Development, Content Management

Education
Lewis and Clark College   1999 — 2003
Communication, English Literature & Writing

Campbell Hall   1995 — 1999
High School Diploma, General Education

Claire Janik Claire Janik North Canton, Ohio Details
Claire Janik's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2011 - Present
Job Community Outreach Coordinator at Habitat for Humanity of Greater Stark and Carroll Counties
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Stark and Carroll Counties   January 2015 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2011 - Present
Anthropologie  February 2010 - July 2011
Hagerty Insurance  January 2010 - August 2010
Hagerty Insurance  August 2009 - December 2009
University of Michigan Press  May 2009 - August 2009
Hagerty (U.S.)   May 2008 - August 2008
Northwestern Michigan College  August 2006 - May 2007

Skills
Editing, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Training, Technical Writing, Close Attention to..., Blogging, Facebook, Newsletters, Sales, Outlook, Team Leadership, Publishing, Writing, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media, Press Releases, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Communication, Business Travel, Copywriting, Social Networking, Advertising, Marketing Communications, WordPress, Marketing, Project Planning

Education
University of Michigan   2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), English Language and Literature, General

Northwestern Michigan College   2005 — 2007
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), General Studies

Lauren Borrelli Lauren Borrelli Greater Atlanta Area Details
Lauren Borrelli's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2012 - December 2013
Job HR Communications Specialist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Delta Air Lines  July 2014 - Present
Delta Air Lines  January 2014 - July 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2012 - December 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2012 - October 2012
Georgia Chapter of the Sierra Club   February 2012 - September 2012
Fitzgerald+CO  April 2012 - May 2012
Georgia Conservancy  September 2011 - December 2011
Collinson Media and Events  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Editing, Facebook, PowerPoint, Excel, Writing, Press Releases, Word, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Copy Editing, Editorial, Research

Education
Emory University   2008 — 2011
BA, English & Environmental Studies

Annie Mui Annie Mui Chicago, Illinois Details
Annie Mui's Forbes Travel Guide Experience November 2011 - May 2012
Job Graphic Designer at Brewer Sewing
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Brewer Quilting & Sewing Supplies  January 2013 - Present
Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group)   September 2012 - December 2012
Naked Tchopstix, Sushi Pan Asian Food & Bar   November 2011 - November 2012
Forbes Travel Guide   November 2011 - May 2012
Asian American Institute  November 2009 - November 2011
Jill Paider Photography   May 2009 - August 2009
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Public Service Archaeology & Architecture Program   September 2008 - May 2009
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Office of Continuing Education   September 2007 - January 2008
Buzz Weekly, Illini Media   May 2006 - September 2007
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Illini Union Board   September 2005 - May 2006

Skills
Graphic Design, Photography, Screen Printing, Web Design, InDesign, Illustrator, Typography, Logo Design, Layout, Image Manipulation, Photoshop, Posters, QuarkXPress, Brochures, Advertising, Editing

Education
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
BFA, Graphic Design

Abigail Hart Abigail Hart Greater Chicago Area Details
Abigail Hart's Forbes Travel Guide Experience March 2008 - March 2014
Job Freelance Writer/Editor at SelfEmployed, Operations Specialist & Luxury Travel Expert
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Self-Employed  March 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   March 2008 - March 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   January 2011 - August 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2008 - January 2011
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2007 - October 2008
Aramark - University Center   October 2005 - May 2007
Aramark - Boston University   January 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Event Planning, Team Leadership, Team Management, Logistics Management, Project Planning, Catering, Social Media, Public Relations, Management, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Training, Project Management, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Team Building, Inventory Management, Teamwork, Journalism, Customer Service, Hospitality, Leadership, Editing, Writing

Education
Boston University   2001 — 2005
BS, Magazine Journalism

Bob Driehaus Bob Driehaus Cincinnati, Ohio Details
Bob Driehaus's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2012 - Present
Job Education Reporter at WCPOTV
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
WCPO-TV  August 2013 - Present
Cincinnati National News & Features Ltd.   April 2010 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2012 - Present
MLex market intelligence  March 2013 - Present
WCPO-TV  April 2013 - August 2013
AFP  March 2013 - August 2013
Thomson Reuters  March 2013 - August 2013
NKY Magazine   January 2010 - August 2013
The New York Times  October 2006 - August 2013
Cincy Magazine  July 2006 - August 2013

Skills
Journalism, Stories, Magazines, Investigative Reporting, Profiles, Copy Editing, Web Content, Editing, Writing, Newspaper, AP Style, News Writing, Editorial, Freelance Writing, Radio, Storytelling, Creative Writing, Newspapers, Breaking News, Interviews, Publishing, Broadcast, Press Releases, Online Journalism, Publications

Education
INDIANA UNIVERSITY   2003 — 2006
Master of Arts, Journalism

Indiana University Bloomington   1994 — 1995
Master of Arts, Journalism

Denison University   1988 — 1992
BA, English

St. Xavier High School   1984 — 1988
High School Diploma

Denison University
Bachelor of Arts, English

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY (CHICAGO

Peter Kressaty Peter Kressaty Greater New York City Area Details
Peter Kressaty's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2012 - Present
Job Senior Vice President, Client Services at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2012 - Present
Highgate Hotels  May 2010 - October 2012
The Preferred Hotel Group   August 2009 - May 2010
Carino Hotels, Resorts & SalesConnect   2001 - 2009
The Lowell Hotel, NY   1999 - 2001
The Yale Club of New York City  1997 - 1999
Hyatt Hotels Corporation  1990 - 1997

Skills
Hotel Management, Forecasting, Hotels, Resorts, Food & Beverage, Revenue Analysis, Front Office, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Event Planning, Sales, New Business Development, Hospitality, Management, Meeting Planning, Yield Management, Tourism, Event Management, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Pre-opening, Team Building, Catering, Restaurants, Banquets, Rooms Division, Leisure, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Luxury, Corporate Events, Sales Operations, Trade Shows, Travel Management, Operations Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Business Development, Leadership, Business Travel

Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University   1986 — 1990

Kim Foley MacKinnon Kim Foley MacKinnon Greater Boston Area Details
Kim Foley MacKinnon's Forbes Travel Guide Experience November 2014 - Present
Job Travel Guide Correspondent at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   November 2014 - Present
Appalachian Mountain Club  April 2011 - Present
AAA Horizons Magazine   December 2010 - Present
The Savvy Factory   April 2010 - Present
Gayot Publications  November 2008 - November 2014
The Boston Globe  November 2010 - March 2013
AOL  December 2010 - April 2011
DailyCandy Boston Kids; freelancer   September 2007 - September 2010
Boston Spirit Magazine; Boston Parents' Paper; Hunter Publishing   1998 - 2007
Boston Parents Paper  2002 - 2004

Skills
Lifestyle, Food, Features, Spa, Copy Editing, Travel Writing, Blogging, Web Content, Journalism, Editorial, Magazines, Feature Articles, Editing, Freelance Writing, Copywriting, Press Releases, Ghostwriting, Social Networking, Books, Publishing

Education
University of Massachusetts Boston   1994 — 1998
BA, English

Shawndra Russell Shawndra Russell Asheville, North Carolina Details
Shawndra Russell's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2013 - December 2014
Job Writer, Content Marketer, & Live Event Coverage Provider
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Shawndra Russell Communications, LLC   June 2011 - Present
Shawndra Russell Communications, LLC   November 2010 - Present
Armstrong Atlantic State University & Udemy   February 2014 - December 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2013 - December 2014
Savannah Christian Preparatory School  August 2007 - June 2011
International Group Travel Company   January 2005 - February 2007

Skills
Blogging, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Editing, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Freelance Writing, Writing, Research, Proofreading, Content Writing, Travel Writing, Blogger, Social Media Education, News Writing, Interviews, Instagram, Content Creation, Online Marketing, Digital Copywriting, Social Media Strategist, Social Media Consulting, Social Media Outreach, Social Media Integration, Live Blogging, Live Events, Profiles, Client Profiles, Twitter, Facebook Marketing, Facebook Fan Page..., Wordpress, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Company Profiling, Hootsuite, Foursquare, Project Management, Start-ups, Google Analytics, Google Docs, Google Apps, Crowdfunding, Storytelling, Online Publishing, Publishing

Education
Spring 2007Armstrong Atlantic State University   2006 — 2007
Georgia Teaching Certificate, Education

Marshall University   2003 — 2005
MA, English, 3.9 GPA

Ashland University   1999 — 2003
BA, English, 3.9 GPA

Preble Shawnee High School   1995 — 1999
High school diploma, 4.0 GPA

Laura Downey Laura Downey Greater Atlanta Area Details
Laura Downey's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2013 - April 2015
Job Freelance Writer and Editor
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Firebrand Media, Laguna Beach, CA   November 2013 - Present
Miles  June 2013 - Present
Modern Luxury  May 2015 - June 2015
Modern Luxury  November 2014 - April 2015
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2013 - April 2015
Wendoh Media  November 2011 - January 2013
Florida A&M University  August 2009 - October 2011
944 Magazine  June 2008 - June 2009
Crystal Publishing LLC   January 2008 - June 2008
Gannett Pacific Publications  April 2007 - January 2008

Skills
Editorial, Writing, Networking, Highly detail oriented, Creativity, Professional Mentoring, Celebrity, Fact-checking, Management, Relocation, Radio, Photo Shoots, Journalism, Magazines, Freelance Writing, Storytelling, Newspapers, Publishing, Feature Articles, Books, Editing, Public Relations, Publications, Multimedia, Interviews, Headline Writing, Entertainment, Broadcast, Web Content, News Writing, Online Journalism, Layout, Press Releases, Social Media

Education
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University   1999 — 2001
Master of Science (M.S.), Journalism

Florida State University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication for Business

Natalie Wearstler Natalie Wearstler Jacksonville, Florida Details
Natalie Wearstler's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2013 - August 2013
Job Copywriter and Strategist at Wingard Creative
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Wingard Creative  September 2013 - Present
Self-Employed  May 2010 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2013 - August 2013
White Publishing Company   March 2011 - February 2013
Jacksonville Magazine  January 2011 - February 2011
Morris Visitor Publications  January 2010 - April 2010

Skills
Writing, Copy Editing, Project Management, Interviewing Skills, Lifestyle Writing, Business Writing, Mentoring, Food Writing, Social Media, Journalism, Editing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Media Strategy, Proofreading, Copywriting, Strategy, B2B Marketing Strategy, B2C marketing, Nonprofits, Traditional Media, Editorial, Magazines, Publications, AP Style

Education
Stetson University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, English, Journalism

Hong Kong Baptist University   2009 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English, Journalism

Amanda Arnold Amanda Arnold Atlanta, Georgia Details
Amanda Arnold's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2012 - August 2013
Job Writer and Editor
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Professional Photographers of America  January 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2012 - August 2013
Discovery Communications  January 2008 - October 2012
Strafford Publications, Inc.   2000 - 2007
Pinnacle Publishing Co.   1999 - 2000

Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Proofreading, Journalism, Editorial, Creative Writing, Blogging, Web Content, Copywriting, Feature Articles, Magazines, Freelance Writing, AP Style, Podcasting, New Media, Content Strategy, Fact-checking, Content Management, Storytelling, Travel Writing, Content Development

Education
Georgia State University
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing

The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism

Michael Cascone Michael Cascone Atlanta, Georgia Details
Michael Cascone's Forbes Travel Guide Experience April 2011 - Present
Job President at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   April 2011 - Present
Discovery Communications  November 2009 - March 2011
HowStuffWorks.com, a Discovery Communications Company   June 2006 - October 2009
Homestar Runner   2002 - 2004
MasterKey   1999 - 2001
SunTrust Robinson Humphrey  1996 - 1999

Skills
Social Media, New Media, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Strategic Planning, Start-ups, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Online Advertising

Education
Emory University - Goizueta Business School   2005 — 2006
MBA

Georgetown University   1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts

Marie Bobel Marie Bobel Atlanta, Georgia Details
Marie Bobel's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2013 - March 2014
Job Customer Liaison at Showcase IDX
Industry Internet
Experience
Showcase IDX   March 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2013 - March 2014
HowStuffWorks/Discovery Communications   June 2007 - January 2013
NOVACES  September 2006 - June 2007

Skills
Content Management, Digital Media, Social Media, Omniture, New Media, Editing, Web Content Management, Content Strategy, SEO, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Broadcast, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Facebook, Journalism, Public Relations, Video, Web Content, WordPress, Publishing

Education
Loyola University New Orleans   2002 — 2006
B.A., Psychology

Marist School   1997 — 2002

Jaydine Sayer Jaydine Sayer Chicago, Illinois Details
Jaydine Sayer's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2011 - July 2013
Job Writer. Editor. Guerilla Wordsmith.
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Freelance  September 2010 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2011 - July 2013
Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University  September 2010 - June 2011
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University  September 2010 - June 2011
Modern Luxury  August 2007 - September 2010
Self-employed  January 2006 - August 2007
Conde Nast  August 2003 - January 2006

Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Editing, Publications, Magazines, New Media, Blogging, Storytelling, Public Relations, Social Media, WordPress, Freelance Writing, Digital Media, AP Style, Editorial, Online Journalism, Video Editing, Photography

Education
Northwestern University
Master's, Journalism/Media Strategy and Leadership

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
BS, Journalism

Michelle Doucette Michelle Doucette Atlanta, Georgia Details
Michelle Doucette's Forbes Travel Guide Experience August 2012 - March 2015
Job Content Manager at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)
Industry Online Media
Experience
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)   March 2015 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2012 - March 2015
Razorfish  April 2012 - August 2012
Off The Quad  October 2010 - February 2012
Travelocity  January 2007 - August 2010
CNN International  January 2005 - January 2007
WGBH  January 2004 - May 2004
Associated Press  March 2003 - May 2003
WAGA-TV  May 2002 - August 2002

Skills
Writing, Editing, Copywriting, Community Management, Content Strategy, Social Media, User Generated Content, Travel Writing, Travel, Storytelling, User Experience, Digital Media, Blogging, Digital Marketing, Newsletters

Education
Boston University   2000 — 2004
B.S. and B.A., Journalism and French Language & Literature

Hilary Higgins Hilary Higgins Chicago, Illinois Details
Hilary Higgins's Forbes Travel Guide Experience February 2013 - August 2013
Job Freelance Photographer
Industry Photography
Experience
Hilary Higgins Photography   January 2006 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group  September 2012 - September 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   February 2013 - August 2013
Redhead Design Studio  July 2012 - September 2012
Associated Students of Michigan State University  August 2011 - May 2012
RCAH Language and Media Center   September 2009 - May 2012
SeaPia Photo   May 2011 - August 2011
Residential College in the Arts and Humanities   October 2010 - May 2011
Associated Students of Michigan State University  September 2010 - May 2011
Detroit Red Wings  March 2011 - March 2011

Skills
Portrait Photography, Event Photography, Team Management, Graphic Design, Community Engagement, Photo Editing, Photography, Retouching, Creative Writing, Company Branding, Social Media Relations, Illustrator, Photojournalism, Image Editing, Editorial, Image Manipulation, Lightroom, Photoshop, Corporate Branding, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Layout, Editing, Portraits

Education
Michigan State University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Residential College in the Arts and Humanities, Design Specialization in Photography

Stephanie Trivino Stephanie Trivino Greater Chicago Area Details
Stephanie Trivino's Forbes Travel Guide Experience August 2011 - July 2012
Job Sales Curator at Gilt City Chicago
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Gilt City  2012 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2011 - July 2012
Everyday Health Inc. (formerly Waterfront Media)   2011 - 2011
News Corporation - New York Post   2008 - 2011
News Corporation - New York Post   2008 - 2010
Sony BMG  2007 - 2008

Skills
Online Advertising, Advertising, Marketing, Sales, Digital Media, Social Media, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Blogging, Marketing Communications, Management, Photoshop, New Media, InDesign, Online Marketing

Education
St. Thomas University   2006 — 2008
Master of Arts, Communications

Florida State University   2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Psychology

McLean Robbins McLean Robbins Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
McLean Robbins's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2008 - Present
Job
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
MBO Partners  August 2015 - Present
McLean Robbins Media   January 2007 - Present
McLean Robbins Media   June 2005 - Present
Mediabistro  May 2012 - Present
Washingtonian Magazine  2006 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2008 - Present

Skills
Blogging, Copywriting, Editing, SEO, Content Strategy, Editorial, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Strategic Consulting, Fact-checking, Social Media, Travel Writing, New Media, E-commerce, Publications, Public Relations, Newsletters, Magazines, Journalism, CMS, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Publishing, Web Content, Content Management, Strategic Communications, SEO copywriting, AP Style, Press Releases, Content Development, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Web Content Management, Freelance Writing, Digital Media, Publicity, Newspapers, Proofreading, Web Design, Facebook, Corporate Communications, News Writing, WordPress, Online Campaign..., Online Journalism, Digital Strategy, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Web Editing

Education
Georgetown University   2008 — 2012
Master's degree

Wake Forest University   2003 — 2007
BA

Gina Cherelus Gina Cherelus Tallahassee, Florida Details
Gina Cherelus's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Editorial Intern at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2015 - Present
Video Killer Documentary   August 2014 - December 2014
Journey Magazine  August 2013 - May 2014
The Miami Herald Media Company  May 2013 - July 2013
USA TODAY  June 2013 - June 2013
ELLE Magazine  February 2013 - April 2013
The Famuan  May 2012 - December 2012
Journey Magazine  May 2012 - December 2012
Puma  September 2008 - June 2012

Skills
Photoshop, Ap Style, Journalism, Social Networking, Digital Photography, Photojournalism, Creative Writing, Screenwriting, Photo Assisting, Microsoft Office, AP Style, Editing, Advertising, Magazines, Multimedia, Newspapers, Social Media, Blogging, Copy Editing

Education
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism

Lourdes Hainlin Lourdes Hainlin Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area Details
Lourdes Hainlin's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Vice President, Client Services at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2014 - Present
Eden Roc Miami Beach  November 2013 - April 2014
Denihan Hospitality Group  September 2011 - November 2013
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide  December 1997 - September 2011

Education
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Jill LeGrow Jill LeGrow Greater Boston Area Details
Jill LeGrow's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2012 - March 2015
Job Hotel Photographer at Oyster.com/TripAdvisor.com
Industry Photography
Experience
Jill LeGrow Photography   January 2010 - Present
Oyster.com  June 2011 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2012 - March 2015
The Insight Group International   June 2005 - March 2015
Boston University Center for Digital Imaging Arts (CDIA)   September 2010 - June 2011
TripAdvisor  May 2004 - January 2009
Time Inc.  January 2008 - September 2008
SmarterTravel  March 2004 - July 2005
Travel CUTS  October 2002 - December 2003
Council Travel  January 2001 - April 2002

Skills
Lightroom, Photoshop, SEO, Editing, Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Event Photography, Studio Lighting, WordPress, Multimedia, Journalism, Headshots, Photojournalism, Storytelling, Travel Photography, Blogging

Education
CDIA at Boston University   2010 — 2010
Professional Certificate, Photography

Northeastern University   1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, English

Tim Zuckert Tim Zuckert New York, New York Details
Tim Zuckert's Forbes Travel Guide Experience 2012 - 2014
Job VP, Enterprise Sales at Yext
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Yext  2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   2012 - 2014
WebMD  2010 - 2012
Shift Control LLC   2006 - 2010
TracyLocke  2002 - 2006
800Electronics.com   1999 - 2002
Disney Interactive  1997 - 1999
Virgin Group   1995 - 1997
Maxis/EA   1991 - 1995
Apple  1990 - 1991

Skills
Digital Presence..., Geomarketing, Global Marketing, Sales, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, International Sales, Social Media, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Start-ups, Marketing, Advertising, E-commerce, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Communications, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Mobile Devices, Digital Marketing, Business Strategy, Product Development, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Digital Media, Product Management, Team Building, CRM, Brand Management, Corporate Development, Recruiting, Product Marketing, Public Relations

Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management   1988 — 1990
MBA

Bowdoin College   1982 — 1986
BA

Kevin Hostler Kevin Hostler Greater Atlanta Area Details
Kevin Hostler's Forbes Travel Guide Experience August 2014 - Present
Job VP, Software Engineering at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2013 - August 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2011 - July 2013
Turner Sports  March 2011 - August 2011
Silverpop Inc   October 2004 - March 2011
Learn.net   March 1999 - October 2004
Aaron Rents, Inc.   September 1997 - March 1999

Skills
Agile Methodologies, JMS, Scrum, Software Development, JavaScript, XML, Java, Web Services, Oracle, Java Enterprise Edition, Spring, SDLC, Apache, JSP, Microsoft SQL Server, Spring Framework, Integration

Education
American InterContinental University   1998 — 2000
Masters, Information Technology

University of North Carolina at Wilmington   1988 — 1992
Bachelors, Art

Molly Lynch Molly Lynch Los Angeles, California Details
Molly Lynch's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2011 - September 2012
Job
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Sears Holdings Corporation  August 2012 - Present
Giant Media by Adknowledge  August 2015 - Present
Boxx Magazine  November 2012 - December 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2011 - September 2012
Luxury Home Quarterly   June 2011 - December 2011
Hillard Heintze  October 2009 - January 2011
Venus Zine  May 2008 - December 2010
Columbia Chronicle  August 2008 - May 2009
Time Out Chicago Magazine   September 2007 - May 2008

Skills
Copy Editing, Copywriting, AP Style, Editorial, Editing, Fact-checking, Magazines, Journalism, InDesign, Improvisational Comedy, Travel Writing, Photoshop, Content Strategy, Branding & Identity, Concept Development, Magazine Writing, Multimedia Journalism, Creative Non-fiction, Email Marketing, Storytelling

Education
Columbia College Chicago   2005 — 2009
B.A., Journalism (Magazine Writing and Editing)

Jeffrey Williamson, M.A. Jeffrey Williamson, M.A. Raleigh, North Carolina Details
Jeffrey Williamson, M.A.'s Forbes Travel Guide Experience August 2014 - October 2014
Job Digital Media Manager at North Carolina Museum of Art
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
North Carolina Museum of Art  February 2015 - Present
Jeffrey Williamson   October 2010 - Present
Carolina Friends School  November 2014 - February 2015
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2014 - October 2014
Enchanted PR  August 2014 - October 2014
Solid Culture Magazine   October 2013 - October 2014
Creative Silence Photo+Design LLC   January 2014 - May 2014
Elon University  August 2013 - May 2014
Indigenous Teribe   October 2013 - January 2014
Graduate Student Assistant   May 2013 - July 2013

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, User Interface Design, User Experience Design, Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, HTML, CSS, Social Media, JavaScript, Usability Testing, Basecamp, Invision, Advertising, WordPress, Mac, Visual Arts, Art, Public Speaking, Dreamweaver, Event Management, Studio Art, Final Cut Pro, Art Criticism, Music Production, Wireframes, Programming, Facebook, InDesign, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Logo Design, After Effects, Editing, Multimedia, Premiere, Video Editing, Web Design, Digital Photography, JIRA, CMS, Public Relations, ExpressionEngine, Podio

Education
Elon University   2013 — 2014
Master's Degree, Interactive Media

Elon University   2009 — 2013
B.A, Digital and Fine Arts

The Elon School   2007 — 2009

Bartlett Yancey High School   2005 — 2007

Jessica Colley Clarke Jessica Colley Clarke New York, New York Details
Jessica Colley Clarke's Forbes Travel Guide Experience April 2013 - September 2014
Job Freelance Writer
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Freelance  2007 - Present
Fodor's Travel  October 2012 - Present
Oyster.com  September 2011 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   April 2013 - September 2014
Mr and Mrs Smith   March 2013 - April 2013
Clean Plates NYC   March 2011 - December 2012
Poetry Ireland Review   December 2008 - June 2010

Education
University of Miami   2003 — 2007
BA, Creative Writing, English, History

Exeter College, Oxford University   2006 — 2006
Summer Programme in History, Politics, and Society, Art History, Criticism and Conservation

The New School   2006 — 2006
Summer Writer's Colony, Creative Writing

Pamela Singh Pamela Singh Orange County, California Area Details
Pamela Singh's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Executive Trainer at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2014 - Present
Montage Hotels & Resorts  June 2009 - August 2014
St. Regis Hotel  August 2006 - June 2009
The Mona Lisa   January 2001 - January 2005
The Penrose Room at the Broadmoor   September 2003 - March 2004
Dobson Media Group   June 2001 - May 2002
Silverton Appeal Tribune   September 1996 - August 1997

Skills
Sommelier, Hospitality, Restaurants, Wine, Hospitality Industry, Menu Development, Fine Dining, Hotels, Creative Writing, News Writing, Wine & Spirits Industry, Reading, Banquets, Cooking, Food, Food, Hospitality Management, Press Releases, Public Speaking, Wine Tasting

Education
University of Colorado Colorado Springs   1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Communication and Media Studies

Brandon Parker Brandon Parker Santa Monica, California Details
Brandon Parker's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2012 - December 2013
Job Principal Consultant
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Parker Sorenson   May 2013 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2012 - December 2013
The Peninsula Beverly Hills  November 2005 - October 2012
The Fighting Back Mentor Program   May 2002 - June 2005
Bacara Resort & Spa  September 1999 - May 2002

Skills
Talent Development, Mid..., Hotels, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Training, Revenue Analysis, Resorts, Banquets, Hospitality Industry, Leadership Development, Pre-opening, Restaurant Management, Management, Front Office, Time Management, Micros, Hiring, Employee Training, Process Scheduler, Recruiting, Human Resources, Rooms Division, Employee Relations

Education
Cornell University   2012 — 2012
Master Certificate Hospitality Management, Hospitality Administration/Management

Center for Leadership Design   2004 — 2005
Mastery Program, Leaderhsip

Santa Barbara City College   1998 — 2001
Business/Commerce, General

Katherine Sacks Katherine Sacks New York, New York Details
Katherine Sacks's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2011 - October 2011
Job Writer, Recipe Developer, Food Stylist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Epicurious  March 2015 - Present
Freelance  February 2009 - Present
La Vita Cucinare   September 2007 - Present
Foodbuzz  March 2009 - Present
StarChefs.com  September 2011 - June 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2011 - October 2011
Chicago Magazine  January 2011 - April 2011
Northwestern University  January 2010 - March 2011
Time Out Chicago  September 2010 - December 2010
Medill Magazine Innovation Project   September 2010 - December 2010

Skills
Wordpress, Culinary, Editorial, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, SEO copywriting, Editing, Writing, Cooking, Pastry, CMS, Video Editing, InCopy, Web Editing, Food Styling, Fact-checking, Ap Style, WordPress

Education
Northwestern University   2010 — 2010
Master of Science, Journalism, Magazine and Interactive Concentrations

Drexel University   2002 — 2006
Bachelors of Science, Culinary Arts, Minor in Business, Concentration in Writing

Kate Coughlin Kate Coughlin Boston, Massachusetts Details
Kate Coughlin's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2009 - September 2009
Job Digital Content Strategist
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Fidelity Investments  November 2014 - Present
Cengage Learning, Learning Design Group   February 2011 - May 2014
Pearson  July 2010 - August 2010
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2009 - September 2009
Metro International  February 2008 - September 2009
Pearson  March 2005 - June 2009
Cell Press  November 2001 - March 2005

Skills
Content Development, Digital Strategy, Product Development, Content Management, Content Strategy, Digital Solutions, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, People Development, Management, Product Innovation, Editorial Project..., Editorial, Social Media, Editing, Books, Publishing, Online Publishing, E-Learning, Publications, Research, Copy Editing, Custom Publishing, Educational Publishing, Academic Publishing, Journals, Writing, Proofreading

Education
Northeastern University   1999 — 2001
MA, English

Providence College   1992 — 1996
BA, English

Jaime Marshall Jaime Marshall Baltimore, Maryland Area Details
Jaime Marshall's Forbes Travel Guide Experience 2008 - 2009
Job Sr. Human Resources Consultant: startups & compliance for small to mid sized companies
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Self-Employed  January 2008 - Present
HSW International, Inc.   2006 - 2011
Forbes Travel Guide   2008 - 2009
FlexPlay   2008 - 2009
HowStuffWorks  2006 - 2009
Communications Consultants Group   2004 - 2006

Skills
Human Resources, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Organizational..., Performance Management, Training, Start-ups, Online Advertising, Leadership, Talent Management, Consulting, Talent Acquisition, Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Strategy, Personnel Management, Marketing Strategy, Start-ups Management, Team Building, Change Management

Education
University of Baltimore   1999 — 2001
MS, Applied Psychology w concentration in I/O Psych/HR

UMBC   1995 — 1999
BA, Psychology

Shawn Gunn Shawn Gunn Saint Louis, Missouri Details
Shawn Gunn's Forbes Travel Guide Experience December 2013 - January 2014
Job Using empirical data and theory to improve performance
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Trane Company, Ingersoll Rand   July 2014 - July 2015
Georgia Department of Administrative Services  February 2014 - May 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2013 - January 2014
Gwinnett Economic Development   September 2013 - December 2013
Emory University Office of Annual Giving   April 2013 - August 2013
Roberto Franzosi, Emory University   January 2011 - May 2013

Skills
Stata, Microsoft Excel, ESRI, OneSource, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Statistical Data..., Research, Analysis, Editing, Event Planning

Education
Emory University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Economics and Psychology

Blue Springs High School   2006 — 2010

St. Louis Community College
Associate's Degree, Business Administration

Charyn Pfeuffer Charyn Pfeuffer Seattle, Washington Details
Charyn Pfeuffer's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2012 - June 2013
Job Print and Digital Writer, Editor and Strategist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Amtrak OnTrak Magazine   January 2015 - Present
The Whale Museum  July 2014 - Present
Delta Sky Magazine  June 2014 - Present
Wyndham Worldwide (Women on Their Way)   2011 - Present
Bonnier Corporation - Destination Weddings & Honeymoons   2006 - Present
freelance  January 1998 - Present
Condé Nast - Jaunted.com   May 2009 - July 2015
MSN  February 2015 - June 2015
MSN  November 2012 - June 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2012 - June 2013

Skills
Social Media, Press Releases, Fundraising, Press Kits, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Writing, Writing Skills, Travel Writing, Food Writing, Lifestyle, Editorial Skills, Published Author, Ghostwriting, Facebook, Twitter, SEO, SEO copywriting, Content Management, Content Strategy, Content Writing, Content Development, Web Content, Web Content Management, Versatile Writer, Editing, Publishing, Blogging, New Media, Digital Media

Education
The Maryland Institute College of Art   1992 — 1995
Visual Communications

University of Delaware   1991 — 1992
Visual Communications

Caroline Patek Caroline Patek New York, New York Details
Caroline Patek's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2011 - March 2014
Job Analyst at Goldman Sachs
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Goldman Sachs  March 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2011 - March 2014
Discovery Communications  January 2011 - June 2011
Washington Life Magazine  September 2010 - December 2010
National Geographic Kids Magazine  June 2010 - August 2010
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2008 - August 2009

Education
Georgetown University   2007 — 2011
BA, American Studies

Hayley Bosch Hayley Bosch New York, New York Details
Hayley Bosch's Forbes Travel Guide Experience August 2013 - September 2014
Job Manager, Partnership Development at Axcess Worldwide
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Axcess Worldwide  September 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   August 2013 - September 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2011 - August 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2010 - May 2011
Southern Methodist University  August 2007 - May 2011
Paciugo Franchising, LP - DBA Paciugo   September 2010 - December 2010
Mobil Travel Guide  May 2010 - July 2010
Episcopal High School  January 2010 - April 2010
The Pink Crab   December 2005 - June 2006

Skills
Journalism, Travel Writing, Film Editing, Editing, Writing, Coaching, Stories, French, Italian, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, iLife, Storytelling, AP Style, Copy Editing

Education
Southern Methodist University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, French, Italian

Severn School   2003 — 2007

Gerald F. Lockwood II (Jay) Gerald F. Lockwood II (Jay) Greater Atlanta Area Details
Gerald F. Lockwood II (Jay)'s Forbes Travel Guide Experience December 2007 - June 2008
Job Strategic Accounting Manager at Sharecare, Inc.
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Sharecare, Inc.   February 2015 - Present
Geographics  August 2014 - February 2015
Trodat GmbH  October 2012 - December 2013
Federal Stamp & Seal Mfg. Co., Inc.   June 2008 - September 2012
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2007 - June 2008
American Massage Products Inc.   1996 - 2005

Skills
Account Management, Account Reconciliation, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Accounting, Strategic Financial..., Managerial Finance, Sales Management, Consolidation, Forecasting, Peachtree, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, GAAP, Executive Management, Full P&L Responsibility, Turnaround Experience, Board of Directors..., Corporate FP&A, Cash Management, Cost Accounting, Month End Close, Intercompany..., SEC filings, General Ledger, Internal Controls, Multi-State Sales Tax, Enterprise Software, Consulting, Small Business, Operating Budgets, Capital Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Project Management, Mentoring Of Staff, Team Building, Operations Management, Human Resources, Contract Negotiation, Revenue Recognition, Consolidated Financial..., Banking Relationships, Cash Flow, Sage, Financial Accounting

Education
Canisius College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Alicia Barney Alicia Barney Chicago, Illinois Details
Alicia Barney's Forbes Travel Guide Experience December 2010 - September 2012
Job Freelance Writer and Editor
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Freelance  July 2009 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2010 - September 2012
Nevada Public Radio  June 2007 - June 2008
Newsweek  May 2006 - July 2006

Skills
Ap Style, Content Strategy, Fact-checking, Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing, Magazines, Publishing, Storytelling, AP Style, Freelance Writing, Blogging, Media Relations, Web Content, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Breaking News

Education
Northwestern University   2008 — 2009
M.S., Journalism

Brigham Young University
BS, Communications: Journalism, Political Science

Meghan Callaghan Meghan Callaghan Los Angeles, California Details
Meghan Callaghan's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2012 - March 2014
Job Senior Associate Producer at Travelzoo
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2012 - March 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2009 - July 2012
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2008 - December 2009
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2007 - July 2008
Forbes Travel Guide   December 2006 - December 2007
Chicago Public Schools  December 2005 - June 2006
Nordstrom  March 2003 - December 2004
UR Chicago Magazine  July 2001 - September 2002

Skills
Social Media, Blogging, Copy Editing, Journalism, Editorial, AP Style, Content Strategy, Web Content, Copywriting, Storytelling, Proofreading, Facebook, Editing, Public Relations

Education
Luther North High School   1993 — 1997

Augustana College   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Speech Communication and English

National Louis University   2004 — 2005
Masters of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Education

Praise Kang Praise Kang Greater Atlanta Area Details
Praise Kang's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Evaluation Operations at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2015 - Present
Emory University  May 2013 - Present
Journey Church of Atlanta   January 2012 - Present
City Hope Community   May 2013 - July 2013
Emory University  August 2011 - January 2013

Skills
PowerPoint, Research, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Data Analysis, Event Planning, Communication, Community Outreach, Leadership, Responsiveness, Social Media Marketing, Social Skills, Administration, Relationship Management

Education
Emory University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology

Sarah Gleim Sarah Gleim Decatur, Georgia Details
Sarah Gleim's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2012 - June 2013
Job
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Time Inc.  April 2014 - Present
freelance  March 2008 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2012 - June 2013
Discovery Communications  August 2010 - September 2012
Modern Luxury/The Atlantan   December 2005 - March 2008
Atlanta magazine/Atlanta magazine's HOME   2003 - 2005
Atlanta Business Chronicle  2001 - 2005
Atlanta Home Improvement Magazine  September 2001 - August 2002
Homestore.com  March 2000 - July 2001
Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles   February 1999 - March 2000

Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Ap Style, Editing, Web Content, Facebook, Social Media, Social Networking, Magazines, Content Management, Wordpress, Digital Media, Freelance Writing, Fact-checking, Photoshop, Travel Writing, Proofreading, Editorial, Web Content Management, AP Style, Non-fiction, Storytelling, CMS, Publications, Feature Articles, Strategic Communications, Content Strategy, Content Development, Publishing, Newsletters

Education
Georgia State University   1995 — 1998
Bachelor's, Communications/journalism

Art Institute of Atlanta   2003 — 2005
Associate's, Culinary Arts

Tucker High School   1986 — 1991

Angelina Mendez Angelina Mendez Chicago, Illinois Details
Angelina Mendez's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2010 - December 2010
Job Teacher at Chicago Public Schools
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Chicago Public Schools  August 2014 - Present
Chicago Public Schools  March 2014 - June 2014
DePaul University  January 2012 - June 2014
DePaul University  September 2011 - January 2012
Freelancing (Fact Checking/Editing/Proofreading)   November 2010 - March 2011
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2010 - December 2010
Pearson Education/Scott Foresman   January 2008 - July 2010
Sunflower Publishing Services, Inc.   2010 - 2010
Pearson Education/Scott Foresman   December 2005 - January 2008
Encyclopedia Britannica  September 2006 - September 2006

Skills
Proofreading, Editing, Publishing, Creative Writing, Fact-checking, Editorial, Publications, Adobe Acrobat, Web Content, Copy Editing, Content Management, Books, Freelance Writing, Academic Publishing, Research, Literature, Newsletters, Text Editing, Higher Education, Social Networking, Content Development, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Tutoring, K-12, Event Planning, Teaching, Non-fiction, Textbooks, Grammar, Administrative..., Nonprofits, Social Media, Community Outreach, Event Management, Adult Education, PowerPoint, Outlook, Web Editing, English grammar, Content Writing, Early Childhood..., Early Childhood..., Early Intervention, Behavioral Intervention, Classroom, Classroom Management, Educational Assessment

Education
DePaul University   2011 — 2014
MEd, Early Childhood Education

DePaul University   2003 — 2005
MA, English

DePaul University   2000 — 2004
BA, English

St. Ignatius College Prep   1996 — 2000
High School Diploma

Kim Atkinson Kim Atkinson Atlanta, Georgia Details
Kim Atkinson's Forbes Travel Guide Experience 2009 - September 2014
Job Director, Content Marketing at InterContinental Hotels Group
Industry Hospitality
Experience
IHG - InterContinental Hotels Group  September 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   2009 - September 2014
HowStuffWorks.com  2007 - 2009
Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism  2006 - 2009
Niche Media  2005 - 2006
Boston Magazine  2000 - 2005
Meredith  1998 - 2000

Skills
Journalism, Editorial, Magazines, Content Strategy, Publishing, Editing, Social Media, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Storytelling, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Blogging, Web Content, Entertainment, Media Relations, Public Relations, Press Releases, Online Publishing, Copy Editing, Custom Content..., Interactive Advertising, Online Advertising, Creative Direction, Social Networking, Content Marketing, Digital Marketing, Mobile Marketing

Education
Northwestern University
Master's Degree, Medill School of Journalism, Media & Integrated Marketing Communications

Miami University
BA, Journalism

The American School in London

Jennifer Kester Jennifer Kester Chicago, Illinois Details
Jennifer Kester's Forbes Travel Guide Experience June 2012 - Present
Job Executive Editor at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Online Media
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2012 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2011 - May 2012
Jaunted and HotelChatter (Conde Nast)   August 2009 - July 2011
Forbes Travel Guide   2008 - July 2011
AOL's City's Best   September 2010 - April 2011
Restaurant Intelligence Agency   February 2008 - January 2011
Mobil Travel Guide  May 2008 - December 2008
Time Out Chicago  2005 - February 2008
Daily Herald  2000 - 2004

Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, AP Style, Blogging, Writing, Wordpress, CMS, Social Media, Content Management, Web Content, Web Editing, Ap Style, WordPress, Magazines, Content Strategy, Newspapers

Education
Stony Brook University
political science, journalism

Heather M. Cooper Heather M. Cooper Greater Atlanta Area Details
Heather M. Cooper's Forbes Travel Guide Experience September 2011 - August 2013
Job Crossfunctional Operations Professional
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Sharecare, Inc  August 2013 - June 2015
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2011 - August 2013
Contractor  2009 - 2011
Lend Lease  2007 - 2009
Lend Lease  2005 - 2007
Bovis Lend Lease  2004 - 2005

Skills
Program Management, Event Planning, Budgets, Editing, Business Process..., Volunteer Management, Project Management, Training, Project Planning, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Management, Contract Management

Education
Shaw Academy
working towards Advanced Diploma, Human Nutrition

Shaw Academy
Diploma, Personal Nutrition

Tompkins Cortland Community College
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities; Communications

Mary Elizabeth Connelly Mary Elizabeth Connelly Providence, Rhode Island Area Details
Mary Elizabeth Connelly's Forbes Travel Guide Experience May 2007 - Present
Job Director, Creative Services at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Design
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   May 2007 - Present
Montfort Advertising America, Inc.   June 2006 - April 2007
Pearson Learning Solutions  October 2005 - April 2006
America's Test Kitchen  January 2004 - September 2005
America's Test Kitchen  January 2002 - January 2004

Skills
Advertising, Content Strategy, InDesign, Publishing, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Branding & Identity, Editorial, Art Direction, Publications, Typography, Interaction Design, Illustration, Web Design, Photography, Social Media, QuarkXPress, User Experience, Logo Design, Creative Direction, PowerPoint

Education
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania   1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor's degree, Psychology

Jason Heard Jason Heard Greater Atlanta Area Details
Jason Heard's Forbes Travel Guide Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Software Architect at Forbes Travel Guide, Webmaster at Tia Heard Salon
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2014 - Present
Tia Heard Salon   June 2014 - Present
Quinques   August 2011 - December 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   October 2011 - October 2014
Northrop Grumman Information Systems  April 2011 - October 2011
Silverpop  May 2008 - April 2011
VeriSign  September 2006 - May 2008
Great Dane Trailers  January 2004 - September 2006

Skills
Java, Agile Methodologies, Ruby on Rails, Scrum, OOP, XML, AJAX, JavaScript, SQL, Spring, Web Services, Agile Project Management, JSON, Ant, Hibernate, Web Applications, Apache, Software Development, MySQL, JSP, REST, Tomcat, Subversion, Ruby, CSS, Java Enterprise Edition, SDLC, Oracle, jQuery, PostgreSQL, PHP, Groovy, Grails, Heroku, Spring Framework

Education
Georgia Southern University   1999 — 2003
BBA, Information Systems

DeMarco Williams DeMarco Williams Greater Atlanta Area Details
DeMarco Williams's Forbes Travel Guide Experience 2012 - Present
Job Managing Editor, Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   2012 - Present

Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Editing, Proofreading, Copywriting, Editorial, Storytelling, Magazines, Creative Writing, Publishing, Publications, Feature Articles, Web Content, Press Releases, Microsoft Office

Education
Georgia State University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor in Print Journalism

Jayne Griswold Jayne Griswold Greater Chicago Area Details
Jayne Griswold's Forbes Travel Guide Experience April 2002 - April 2014
Job President, Griswold Hospitality Partners
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Griswold Hospitality Partners, LLC   June 2015 - Present
United Airlines  May 2014 - May 2015
Forbes Travel Guide   April 2002 - April 2014

Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Resorts, Marketing Communications, Hotel Management, Event Management, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, New Business Development, Pre-opening, Revenue Analysis, Business Strategy, Luxury, Brand Development

Education
Loyola University New Orleans
BBA, Marketing

St. Ignatius College Prep

Billy Campbell Billy Campbell Greater Chicago Area Details
Billy Campbell's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2012 - Present
Job CEO at Forbes Travel Guide
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2012 - Present
Discovery Networks  April 2002 - February 2007

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Television, Digital Media, Advertising, Start-ups, New Media, Digital Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Entertainment, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Mobile Devices, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Mobile Marketing, New Business Development, Business Development

Education
Harvard Business School   1985 — 1987
MBA

Harvard University   1978 — 1982

Mary Beth Albright Mary Beth Albright Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Mary Beth Albright's Forbes Travel Guide Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Food Attorney, Writer, & Consultant
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Albright Law & Local Feast LLC   October 2009 - Present
National Geographic  April 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   January 2013 - Present
Modern Luxury  April 2007 - April 2012
Williams & Connolly  October 2006 - September 2009
Office of the US Surgeon General   March 2003 - July 2006
U.S. Surgeon General C. Everett Koop   January 1996 - February 2003

Education
Georgetown University Law Center   2003 — 2006
JD

The Johns Hopkins University   1990 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, History and Writing Seminars

Tricia Doherty Palko Tricia Doherty Palko Chicago, Illinois Details
Tricia Doherty Palko's Forbes Travel Guide Experience July 2013 - July 2014
Job Administrative Assistant at Stout Risius Ross
Industry Investment Banking
Experience
Stout Risius Ross  December 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide   July 2013 - July 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2011 - July 2014
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2012 - July 2013
Forbes Travel Guide   September 2010 - September 2012
Forbes Travel Guide   June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Hospitality Consulting, Hospitality Industry, Editing, Writing

Education
John Carroll University
Bachelor's Degree, Magna Cum Laude

Marist High School