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Biography

I am an award-winning editor, storyteller, copywriter, and creative leader. I edited "12 Minutes and a Life" by Mitchell S. Jackson for Runner's World that won both the 2021 Pulitzer Prize and the National Magazine Award for feature writing. I've written and edited hundreds of print and digital stories from celebrity and athlete profiles, to gear reviews and health/fitness/nutrition features, to photo essays and long-form narratives. I've handled subjects as varied as the controversial redesign of an academic art museum, undiscovered bicycle routes in Colombia, and the struggles of a Syrian national cycling champion seeking refuge in Germany. During my tenure at Bicycling, as Executive Editor then Editor-in-Chief, I helped lead its transformation from a legacy print publication to a multimedia brand. I steered Bicycling to four National Magazine Award nominations, including General Excellence and Feature Writing, as well as inclusion in The Best American Sports Writing. I also launched the brand’s Instagram account, establishing Bicycling as the dominant cycling media brand on the platform. Prior to Bicycling, I was on the launch team for Women’s Health magazine. Later, as Deputy Editor, I directed all fitness/nutrition/weight-loss content, coauthored The Women’s Health Diet, and edited Slim, Calm, Sexy Yoga by Tara Stiles. I began my career at Rodale, Inc., as a fact checker in the book division, and rose through the ranks to Senior Editor, acquiring and editing more than 25 non-fiction books in the areas of health, fitness, and sports. Notable titles include Get Your Own Damn Beer! I’m Watching the Game by Holly Robinson Peete and Duel in the Sun: Alberto Salazar, Dick Beardsley, and America’s Greatest Marathon by John Brant. I've done commercial copywriting for brands like Trek and Cervélo, and my journalism portfolio includes such publications as ESPN, The Red Bulletin, Bicycling, and The Dartmouth Alumni Magazine.

Content

Total articles 41

• Available on paid plans

  When Will We Actually Know the Results of the Election?

  By Caroline Delbert Verified, Leah Flickinger Verified

  Nov. 03, 2020

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  On Riding a New Road Just Because of Its Name

  By Leah Flickinger Verified

  Sep. 24, 2020

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  10 Best Foods for Life's Troubles

  By Stephen Perrine Verified, Leah Flickinger Verified

  Aug. 12, 2020

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Company Info

Hearst

Hearst Corporation is a diversified global media, information, and services company founded in 1887 by William Randolph Hearst. It began with the acquisition of the *San Francisco Examiner* and has since expanded into a national newspaper chain. Hearst operates in various industries, focusing on innovation, integrity, and community impact. The company offers a wide range of services, including media and entertainment through its ownership of 35 television stations and partnerships with cable networks like A&E and ESPN. Hearst also publishes 24 daily newspapers and over 200 magazines worldwide, such as *Cosmopolitan* and *Esquire*. In addition, Hearst provides financial services through Fitch Group, which specializes in credit ratings and financial analysis. Its healthcare division, Hearst Health, delivers medical data analytics and clinical decision tools, while CAMP Systems International offers SaaS solutions for aircraft maintenance management. Hearst is committed to informing and inspiring audiences while investing in technology to enhance healthcare outcomes and promote investigative journalism.