WEMU 89.1 FM - Radio Program Host, Ypsilanti, MI (October 1991–Present) Responsible for programming and hosting a popular two-hour weekend jazz program "The In Crowd" broadcast on an NPR-affiliate station.

I share the stories of the doctors, researchers and patients at The University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center.

I tell the stories of Michigan people, food, history, music and travel.

I tell the stories of the Ann Arbor and Michigan food and restaurant scenes in photographs, articles, videos and social media posts. New restaurants, ambitious chefs, kitchen tips, creative cocktails, food trends, hiring struggles, food trucks and history are some of my favorite subjects.

Worked as food editor and reporter, managing a team of food and dining bloggers for news startup. Covered the Ann Arbor dining scene and food and restaurant trends.Wrote a popular weekly recipe column.Recruited and trained bloggers, and scheduled and edited daily posts covering recipes, restaurants, farmers' markets and the local food scene.

Music: JazzTimes Magazine (2008-2012), Palmetto Records (2008) DownBeat Magazine (1993)Automotive: Jean Knows Cars (2012)Liner notes: Joe Williams: "The Legend At His Best" and Irene Kral "Kral Space"

Responsible for all aspects of purchasing and marketing jazz CDs for over 500 Borders superstores. Duties included: Managing $30 million annual purchasing budget. Working closely with national music distributors and labels to negotiate mutually beneficial terms and marketing plans. Negotiating successful partnerships with organizations including the National Endowment for the Arts, JazzTimes Magazine, Bravo TV Network, PBS and National Public Radio. Writing and… Show more Responsible for all aspects of purchasing and marketing jazz CDs for over 500 Borders superstores. Duties included: Managing $30 million annual purchasing budget. Working closely with national music distributors and labels to negotiate mutually beneficial terms and marketing plans. Negotiating successful partnerships with organizations including the National Endowment for the Arts, JazzTimes Magazine, Bravo TV Network, PBS and National Public Radio. Writing and editing content for in-store, print, and online marketing, including artist interviews, purchase guides, product reviews, and social media outreach.Recognized for my efforts and contributions as one of the top-ten most influential people in jazz by industry peers in JazzTimes Magazine 2000-2005. Show less

• Responsible for all aspects of staffing (hiring, training, scheduling). • Managed company financial records and accounting. • Wrote press releases and record reviews for in-store marketing.