Writing & Journalism

profiles

Series: The TOL Limelight 2022

After a hiatus in 2021, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce’s TOL Limelight series returned in 2022, showcasing 20 professionals in the Toledo Region who are passionate about working in northwest Ohio and uplifting the people who live there. The 2022 series includes business owners, visionaries, artists and more. I interviewed and wrote each profile in this series.

Published: toledoregion.com, throughout 2022. Click the buttons below to view a few of the profiles.

Series: The TOL Limelight 2020

The TOL Limelight is a series by the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce for its brand Toledo Region, which highlights the best of northwest Ohio for the purpose of attracting new talent to the region and retaining the talent already there. This series of 20 emerging leaders and young professionals showcases the diversity that northwest Ohio offers in career opportunities, interests and talent. I interviewed and wrote each profile in this series.

Published: toledoregion.com, throughout 2020. Click the buttons below to view a few of the profiles.

Local doctors practice in both Columbus and Cameroon

For Mary and Bryan Cairns, being a doctor means more than just clocking in, doing a job and clocking out. For the couple, being a doctor means dedicating their lives to helping others and, hopefully, learning a few things along the way.

Published: HealthScene Ohio Magazine, Spring 2018

Dublin Historical Society president preserving the past

Tom Holton’s devotion to Dublin’s history is heavy and fierce; just ask anyone on Dublin City Council. Holton is particularly focused on preserving the historic homes in Dublin, and this focus has given him a name as the local expert on historic Dublin architecture.

Published: Dublin Life Magazine, February/March 2018

Service animals make life easier and brighter

Service animals aren't just ears, hands and legs of their human partners. They're often best friends. And through friendship and rigorous training, they’re helping students get through the day in the New Albany-Plain Local School District.

Published: Healthy New Albany Magazine, January/February 2019

Photo: Washington Township Fire Department

Dublin groups team up to take on the opioid epidemic

No matter how many times one reads opioid overdose statistics, they don’t become easier to stomach – especially when so many victims of addiction are friends, family members and classmates. In Dublin, many residents have been personally affected by the opioid epidemic, and are looking to civic leaders to raise awareness and help solve this issue. Those same civic leaders aren’t backing down from the challenge.

Published: Dublin Life Magazine, February/March 2018

Photo: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Quadriplegic Columbus man finds movement again

In the blink of an eye, Ian Burkhart went from an active, athletic college student to a quadriplegic. But now, thanks to a partnership between Battelle Memorial Institute and The Ohio State University, Burkhart is making history – and moving again.

Published: HealthScene Ohio Magazine, Summer 2016

Shadowbox Live celebrates 30 years

Columbus looked different 30 years ago, and something in the air was changing. Columbus was about to get a little more rock ‘n’ roll.

Published: CityScene Magazine, April/May 2019 (cover story)

“The Flood” by ProMusica and Opera Columbus

The opera explores how the great flood of Franklinton in Columbus in 1913 is still shaping the community today.

Published: CityScene Magazine, April/May 2019

Progressive dinner gives a taste of Dublin

Ever wish you could bar hop, but with food? Progressive dinners give people the chance to try lots of places in one night.

Published: CityScene Magazine, January/February 2019

Retreat from winter in these hidden gems

Winters in Columbus can be harsh. Learn about some local restaurants and bars that are sure to wipe away your winter blues.

Published: CityScene Magazine, December 2018