Kimberly (Gunning) Valentine

Writer & Editor + Founder of Running Lifestyle

United States

In May of 2024, I launched a digital publication called Running Lifestyle, which publishes content for runners who travel and train for destination races.

Previously, I have worked as a full-time editor and freelance writer for a variety of print and online publications, ranging from business to 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 am a runner, traveler, 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 running coach certification from the RRCA.

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A Few Favorite Feature Magazine Articles

Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
05/03/2017
Gonzaga's Road to the Finals

Over the years, Gonzaga University—a private Roman Catholic university with 5,000 undergraduate students, located in the heart of Spokane—has been referred to as everything from the NCAA’s “most polarizing,” to the “most under-rated,” to the “most over-rated” team.

Branded Content for Tech Companies

Business and Leadership

Senior Executive
01/20/2022
Take a Personalized Approach to Your Employee Benefits Program - Senior Executive

You know your company needs a better benefits package to retain and attract top talent. "It's not always medical, dental and vision," affirms Jeff Faber, chief strategy officer for global insurance brokerage HUB International 's employee benefits practice. "In fact, it's very rarely medical, dental and vision that differentiate an offer from one employer to another."

Senior Executive
12/26/2021
10 Great Benefits for Your Remote Employees

Building a robust employee benefits package used to be relatively easy for most companies: Provide decent health coverage, offer a generous 401(k) match, allow for several weeks of paid time off, and sprinkle in some genuine perks - perhaps tuition reimbursement or even on-site daycare.

Senior Executive
11/09/2021
Guide to Finding the Right Executive Assistant for You and Your Organization

Hiring an executive assistant can ease the load on the executive and contribute to a company's growth and increased efficiency. An executive assistant (EA) may carry a range of responsibilities, including keeping executives on track with their short- and long-term priorities, establishing relationships with various departments and stakeholders, and serving as a key resource for the facilitation and development of company projects.