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Publisher Paul Read has been with the Journal since its start in early 1986, having spent 25 years as an editor in the newsroom before moving to the administrative end of the business. A lover of wine, woodworking, and the outdoors, Paul is a proud Spokane native.
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Business Manager JoNelle Opitz handles billing, human resources, budgeting, and day-to-day operations at the Journal of Business. A WSU Cougar alum and fan who enjoys Palouse farm-town living, JoNelle has worked at the Journal since 1996.
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Circulation Manager Kathy Minor has worked for the Journal of Business since 1998. A Washington State University alum, Kathy loves road trips, mountains, wine tasting, and vacations spent riding the trails on her bike.
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Deputy Editor Linn Parish has worked for the Journal of Business for a total of 10 years, dating back to 1998. A self-described sports nerd, Linn has worked as a professional writer/editor for nearly 20 years.
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Reporter LeAnn Bjerken is the most recent addition to the Journal's news team. A poet, cat lover and antique enthusiast, LeAnn is also an Eastern Washington University alum.
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Reporter Mike McLean covers real estate and construction at the Journal of Business. A multipurpose fisherman and vintage record album aficionado, Mike has worked for the Journal since 2006.
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Account Executive Julia Broderson has worked in the print advertising sales for over 18 years. She graduated from Whitworth University with her Bachelor’s in Organizational Management and is currently pursuing her MBA from Whitworth. She enjoys spending her free time with her children and most outdoor activities.
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Account Executive Dana Cunningham serves advertising accounts and handles building spreads at the Journal of Business. A sailor and a proud Rotarian, Dana has worked at the Journal since 2011.
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Account Executive Carol Haskell has worked at the Journal of Business since 1992 and worked in advertising sales for more than 25 years. A wine enthusiast with a special affection for exquisite red wines, Carol also enjoys a second home on Priest River.
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Account Executive Kelley Wilcox has worked at the Journal of Business since 2006 and been involved in the radio and print businesses for 17 years.
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Senior Account Executive/Sales Coach Dick Zarowny has worked at the Journal of Business since 1987 and in advertising sales for nearly 40 years. A Montana native, Dick has a love of road biking, skiing, and a number of other outdoor sports.
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Classified Advertising Representative Jennifer Zurlini has worked in advertising and at newspapers including the Santa Barbara News-Press and The Spokesman-Review for 15 years. An acrylic painter, Jennifer has been with the Journal since March 2013.
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Spokane Amazon project takes form
$50 million in projects planned at downtown Spokane’s west end
Developing an APP-etite with WildRide
Cancer Care Northwest grows its stem-cell transplant program
Zoning in on economic development opportunity in Spokane
China’s double-edged sword and its effects on Spokane recycling
