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Who We Are

voiceofsandiego.org is a nonprofit, independent and insightful online newspaper focused on issues impacting the San Diego region.

Our Mission Statement

To consistently deliver ground-breaking investigative journalism for the San Diego region. To increase civic participation by giving residents the knowledge and in-depth analysis necessary to become advocates for good government and social progress.

Our Funding

voiceofsandiego.org is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are the only professionally staffed, nonprofit online news site in the state focused on local news and issues. We will continue to operate with the support of individuals, foundations and businesses which, like you, recognize the importance of local news from an independent perspective.


Board of Directors
Image - Neil MorganNeil Morgan
Neil is the author of 12 books including "Dr. Seuss & Mr. Geisel" (with Judith Morgan), and "Westward Tilt." As a journalist, his decades of prodding regional efforts have helped to make San Diego a center of higher education and scientific research.
Gail Stoorza-GillGail Stoorza-Gill
Gail is chairman and CEO of The Right Question LLC, a marketing and consulting firm specializing in solving marketing problems through qualitative research.
Image - Bob PageBob Page
Bob owns a media management company which is actively engaged in newspaper and magazine consulting. Prior to forming his own company, he owned three community newspapers in suburban San Diego. He is a former publisher of the Chicago Sun-Times and the Boston Herald. In 20 years with United Press International, he rose through the ranks to become executive vice president and general manager.
Image - Buzz WoolleyBuzz Woolley
Buzz is a 40-year San Diego resident, a retired venture capitalist and entrepreneur. He is the president of the Girard Foundation which has provided millions of dollars for K-12 programs in San Diego County over the past 18 years.
Image - Bill StrensrudBill Stensrud
Bill Stensrud is Chairman of InstantEncore.com, a private investor and mentor to entrepreneurs. He has served on the boards of Scripps Health, the Neurosciences Institute, the San Diego Telecom Council, the University of California at San Diego Foundation, the National Venture Capital Association. He is a past President of the San Diego Opera and is a passionate lover of classical music in all forms.

Staff
Image - Scott LewisScott Lewis
CEO
Scott oversees voiceofsandiego.org's operations, its website and daily functions. He also writes a blog on local politics, where he frequently breaks news and goes back and forth with local political figures. Contact Scott Lewis		 Image - Andrew DonohueAndrew Donohue
Editor
Andrew Donohue oversees content, including daily news coverage, investigative projects and outside contributions. He has won national awards for investigative reporting and feature writing. Donohue also co-hosts voiceofsandiego.org radio, a weekly public-affairs program. Contact Andrew Donohue
Image - Kelly BennettKelly Bennett
Staff Writer
Kelly covers housing and real estate, jobs, transit and other issues related to “Surviving in San Diego.”
Contact Kelly Bennett		 Image - Rob DavisRob Davis
Staff Writer
Rob covers public health and the environment. Contact Rob Davis
Image - Adrian FloridoAdrian Florido
Staff Writer
Adrian covers public safety and neighborhoods.
Contact Adrian Florido		 Image - Emily AlpertEmily Alpert
Staff Writer
Emily covers education in San Diego. Contact Emily Alpert
Image - Sam HodgsonSam Hodgson
Photo Editor
Sam oversees voiceofsandiego.org photography and develops multimedia projects. Contact Sam Hodgson		 Image - David WashburnDavid Washburn
Senior Writer/Assistant Editor
David covers science and technology and also assists in editing and story development. Contact David Washburn
Image - Liam DillonLiam Dillon
Staff Writer
Liam covers local politics and government. Contact Liam Dillon		 Image - Keegan KyleKeegan Kyle
Staff Writer
Keegan covers public safety. Contact Keegan Kyle
Image - Camille GustafsonCamille Gustafson
Director of Development
Camille coordinates the fundraising, grantwriting and sponsorships for the organization. She also manages the site's marketing efforts. Contact Camille Gustafson		 Image - Summer PolacekSummer Polacek
Development Manager
Summer is the development manager of voiceofsandiego.org. Contact Summer Polacek
Image - Sarah JohnsonSarah Johnson
Web Editor
Sarah is the web and graphics editor of voiceofsandiego.org. Contact Sarah Johnson		 Bart Hoffman
Corporate Sponsorship Coordinator
Contact Bart Hoffman
Image - Dagny SalasDagny Salas
Staff Writer
Dagny is our investigative fellow, working on long-term projects and daily stories.Contact Dagny Salas
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