United States Journalists

Cat Wolinski

Senior-level editor and journalist

Hi, I'm Cat Wolinski. Thanks for visiting my portfolio. I'm a senior-level copywriter and editor with 15+ years of experience telling stories. My work spans branded content for advertisers to a decade's worth of impassioned journalism to UX copy for mobile apps. I am most passionate about telling the stories of small businesses and brands, and the people who create them. After several years as a scrappy freelance writer and several more as a full-time team leader, I'm now leaning into the mature role of "generalist" who can cater to any copywriting needs. Please peruse my work from publications including Wine Enthusiast, SevenFifty Daily, SOMM TV Magazine, VinePair, Men's Journal, Craft Beer & Brewing, Civil Eats, and more. Clips are organized into clickable editing and writing sections: –THE LATEST / Work I'm pitching and publishing now –EDITING / Work I've assigned and edited working with freelancers –MORE WRITING / Select features, profiles and service/guides –MULTIMEDIA / Audio, video and infographic content –"Show All" to see all editing and writing clips in one place. Cheers, Cat

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Kimberly (Gunning) Valentine

Writer & Editor + Founder of Running Lifestyle Media

In May of 2024, I launched an online publication called Running Lifestyle Media, which publishes long-form articles featuring runners, run club leaders, and small business and nonprofit founders who are shaping the running community. Through Running Lifestyle Media, I also work with brands in the running industry on their writing, editing, and content marketing initiatives. Previously, I've worked as a full-time editor and freelance writer for a variety of print and online publications, ranging from business and leadership to travel and lifestyle. I’ve also worked with executives across industries, from technology to learning and development, to ghostwrite and edit thought leadership content. I have in-depth research and interviewing experience and SEO and content strategy skills. I'm a runner, traveler, book lover, and food enthusiast who's always seeking new experiences. I'm also a military wife and a rescue dog mom. I hold a graduate degree in communications and media studies from Eastern New Mexico University, a bachelor's degree in journalism from Metropolitan State University of Denver, and a public relations and strategic communications certificate from Portland State University.

Jay Thomas

Director of Operations | MBA Candidate | Licensed Master Social Worker | Purple Heart Veteran

I explore the patterns that shape people, organizations, and society through leadership, technology, and decision-making. My work focuses on leadership, artificial intelligence, business strategy, organizational behavior, psychology, sociology, social work, behavioral science, systems thinking, emerging technology, and societal analysis. My perspective is informed by experience in military leadership, social work, nonprofit operations, and organizational leadership. As a Purple Heart combat veteran, Licensed Master Social Worker, Director of Operations, and MBA candidate in AI for Business Leadership and Strategy, I write analyses on organizational culture, communication, decision-making, process improvement, workforce development, mental health, public policy, housing and homelessness, relationships, sports, and the systems that shape communities, institutions, and society. I combine research, data, and real-world experience to help readers think more critically, recognize patterns earlier, and make better decisions.