Professional Experience
I am a freelance journalist with more than 20 years' experience. I write for regional and national print and online publications, with an emphasis on food, wine, travel, education, and technology. I love talking to people and telling the stories behind every destination, company, or brand. I am a member of SATW and a Certified California Wine Appellation Specialist. View portfolio at www.wanderwithwonder.com/portfolio.
Expertise
Book Author
20 Years
Content Editor (online)
12 Years
Writer
27 Years
Specialty
Business (general)
25 Years
Travel
15 Years
Technology
25 Years
Industries
Online/new media
12 Years
Magazine - Large Consumer/National magazines
25 Years
Association publication
15 Years
Total Media Industry Experience
25 Years
Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)
AAA Highroads (10+), So Scottsdale (10+), Marriott (10+), Pace Communications (3-5), Grapevine (TX) CVB (3-5), Experience Scottsdale (AZ) (10+), Syndicate Media (10+), Travelocity (10+), WHERE Arizona (6-10), WHERE Phoenix+Scottsdale (10+), AAA Home & Away (6-10)
Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)
Enveritas Group (10+), Microsoft (10+), Bear Technology (3-5), University of Texas at Dallas (1-2), Rocky Mountaineer (6-10), Northcentral University (10+)
Other Work History
I have worked in travel, education, technology, and hospitality. My writing has appeared in print and online publications that include WHERE Arizona, WHERE Phoenix+Scottsdale, Travelocity, Modern Luxury, Luxe. Interiors + Design, AAA EnCompasse, Green Living AZ, Alamo.com, Fairmont.com, Choice Hotels, Marriott, and Hotels.com. I am the author of more than 75 guidebooks and training manuals. I have extensive marketing writing, creating email campaigns, website content, landing pages, press releases, speeches, and more.
Technical Skills
HTML, WordPress, photo editing software, Adobe InDesign. Certified California Wine Appellation Specialist
Computer Skills
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPress, Adobe, Microsoft-certified Office expert, A+ Certified Technician, iNet+ Certified Technician, Certified Help Desk Support Engineer, Certified Help Desk Manager. Familiar with social media analytics and tools.
Equipment
Apple computers (desktop and laptop)
Associations
Society of American Travel Writers
