Profiles

Jessica F. Simmons is a Reporter & Strategic Communications Producer for COURIER, covering community stories and public policies across the country. Featured in print, broadcast, and radio journalism, her work shows her passion for local storytelling and amplifying issues that matter to communities nationwide.

Matthew Wexler is an award-winning journalist and travel writer with bylines in National Geographic, Travel Weekly, Virtuoso Life, and beyond. He is the founder and editorial director of the arts and culture platform 1 Minute Critic. Follow him at @‌wexlerwrites.

Kristine Gill is a freelance writer and editor based in Ohio with a background in newspaper journalism and public-sector communications. 

Karishma Desai is a content writer and communications specialist with over a decade of experience. She was formerly a TV host and graduated with a M.S. in Journalism from Boston University. In her free time, she enjoys free workout classes and hanging out with her friends.

Britteny has worked as a professional writer for more than a decade. She launched her career as a features writer in New York City, covering fashion, food, hospitality, and beauty. She has contributed to a variety of publications, including Bitches Who Brunch, International Business Times and Glam.

Audrey Kemp is the political correspondent for Courier New York. Based in Brooklyn, she covers the issues that matter to everyday New Yorkers, including immigration, labor, housing, and healthcare. A graduate of UC Irvine, where she studied literary journalism, Audrey is passionate about telling stories that capture how policy shapes daily life. She has covered…