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Meet the Editorial Team

The editorial team is managed by Katie Parsons, editor of The Prep. Read more about her below.

Meet Katie, Editor of The Prep
Katie Parsons is an experienced researcher and journalist with hospitality and small-business expertise.
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Assistant Editor

Brent LeBlanc is a multifaceted creative marketer with a diverse career in storytelling. A professional voiceover artist, he has lent his voice to national and global companies across various commercial and creative projects. LeBlanc also serves as recurring talent in live TV membership drives for Chicago PBS and provides freelance creative services for a range of companies, including Ubisoft. He lives in Chicago with his partner and their two cats.

Expert Contributors

Meet Gloria Dawson
Gloria Dawson is a writer and editor with over 14 years experience covering the restaurant industry. She has been an editor at Business Insider and Nation’s Restaurant News, and her writing has appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Eater, and Bloomberg Businessweek, among other publications.
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Meet Jordan Essigmann
Jordan Essigmann is an enthusiastic foodie who loves to explore the world of haute cuisine and discover the stories behind chefs’ culinary creations across the country. As a writer for The Prep, Jordan shares his passion for food and drink, providing insights that inspire readers to explore their culinary interests.
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Attn: Freelance Writers

We are looking for freelance writers!

Are you a freelancer who knows the restaurant industry? Send an email to Katie at editor@theprep.co with your resume and recent clips related to restaurants.