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Martha Sadler is a reporter and editor at the Santa Barbara Independent, covering local news and events in Santa Barbara, California.

Editor In Chief at a magazine focused on ideas, sustainability, and solutions journalism for grassroots activists and educators.

Editorial work and reporting focused on forestry and related media content

Local news and community reporting focused on Santa Barbara region

Audio and written journalism, media production, storytelling

Rebecca Haggerty is a Professor of Professional Practice and Director of Undergraduate Journalism Studies at USC Annenberg. She is a former Emmy-winning broadcast journalist and online news editor with extensive experience in journalism and education.

Experienced reporter with a background in business journalism, contributing to regional publications.

Special reports and research focused on business topics in Santa Barbara region

Bob Clark is Editor at Large at Investment Advisor Magazine with over 22 years of experience in editorial roles including Editor in Chief and Publisher at MorningstarAdvisor.com.

Journalistic reporting and creative writing with research skills

Arts and culture content with multiple award-winning writing and editing experience

Experienced multimedia journalist and weekend anchor with a strong background in producing news content across multiple TV outlets including KSBW 8 NBC, Central Coast ABC, and Estrella TV. Skilled in on-location reporting and multimedia production.

Sports coverage and editorial leadership in New Mexico print media

Storytelling and connecting with viewers on air and social media

Official Court Reporter with extensive experience covering hearings and legal proceedings at the Santa Barbara Superior Court and Workers Compensation Appeals Board.

Arts editor focused on cultural coverage in Santa Fe and surrounding areas

Mariella Rudi is a freelance journalist based in Santa Monica, California. She holds a journalism degree from Pepperdine University and served as executive editor of Pepperdine Graphic Media's newspaper and online site. Experienced in multimedia journalism and editorial leadership.

Writer and editor with over 20 years of experience crafting narratives that celebrate people and their ideas. Health Communications Specialist at VHA Center for Information Dissemination and Education Resources (CIDER). Based in Santa Rosa, California.