Justin Martino has more than 20 years of journalism experience and has focused on consumer-related topics, including as editor of a Tulsa-based regional magazine. He started his career as a political reporter covering the Oklahoma Senate, Supreme Court and state regulatory agencies. He has also covered the energy industry, specializing in solar and renewable energy production. He has a BS from the University of Oklahoma College of Arts and Sciences and a JD from the University of Oklahoma College of Law.

Cassidy is a writer and editor from Tulsa who spearheads much of ConsumerAffairs’ coverage of home services, from solar energy to moving to home warranties. She received her B.A. in writing from University of Arkansas and her M.F.A. in writing at Vermont College of Fine Arts. She worked as an editor and freelance journalist in local culture and news for The Tulsa Voice before joining ConsumerAffairs in 2020. She's also taught writing through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at OSU-Tulsa and composition at Tulsa Community College.

Kathryn writes about topics important to both homeowners and renters, including security systems, pest control, solar panels, warranties and more. Her goal is to demystify complex purchases and empower readers to make informed decisions. Before ConsumerAffairs, she earned an English degree from Northeastern State University and worked in community journalism and digital marketing for several years.

The Swiss Army knife of the ConsumerAffairs content team, Vincent has taken on every editing task there is since 2019, from creating article outlines to fact-checking final versions. He is also our in-house expert for anything to do with cars or home security. Vincent’s previous experience includes teaching college composition courses and an ill-fated gig writing movie trivia. He has a master’s degree in English. His favorite things when researching a brand are transparent online pricing and substantial About pages.

Amanda Futrell began writing for ConsumerAffairs in 2021. She has reported extensively on home and auto topics, including home security and moving. Previously, she worked in higher education and marketing. She holds an MFA in writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and is based in Seattle.

Ashley is an expert finance writer who worked for 12 years with top names in the industry, including Discover, The Hartford, ScotiaBank, Chime and Synchrony. She joined ConsumerAffairs in 2022, and specializes in coverage of banking, credit repair and debt management. Her writing has also been featured in Forbes, Time, Yahoo, MSN and Reader’s Digest. In her personal life, she enjoys homeschooling her three daughters and writing children's books.

Jon oversees the factual integrity of ConsumerAffairs content, leads a research team and contributes as a writer. Before joining the company in 2018, he worked in the U.S. Senate and at a health care research firm. When he’s not editing content or contributing to CA’s data journalism efforts, Jon is closely following the news, running, umpiring high school baseball or watching the Milwaukee Bucks. Jon lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with his wife and their standard poodle.

Originally from southern Illinois, Marissa moved to Tulsa and joined ConsumerAffairs in 2017. She's been in several roles across various teams, currently serving as the center of the editorial wheel. When Marissa's not helping consumers make smart buying decisions through our content, you can find her spending time with her husband at the lake, golfing, hunting, or rooting for one of her favorite sports teams, especially the Oklahoma State University Cowboys.

A graduate of Southern Virginia University, where she served as their newspaper’s Editor-in-Chief, Chloe manages the publishing process at ConsumerAffairs. In that role, she works alongside the Content, SEO, Product and the Philippines team to help maintain a steady publishing flow throughout each week. Chloe enjoys working at ConsumerAffairs because of the trust and accountability within her role. She finds happiness in being able to help others and being part of a caring and grit-filled team.

Alexis leads our Digital PR and brand-building efforts at ConsumerAffairs. Originally from Amelia Island, FL, she now resides in Boulder, CO. Alexis graduated with honors from the University of Florida and has spent the past five years focused on content marketing for various home services brands. During this time, she has honed her expertise in turning data into educational, engaging stories that empower consumers. Alexis's work has been recognized in esteemed publications such as PR Week, Bloomberg and the Wall Street Journal. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking the beautiful trails of Colorado and spending time with her dog, Reggie.

A 2023 graduate of Oral Roberts University, Brooklyn leverages her experience in social media, content creation, project management and communications research to raise recognition of studies and news published on ConsumerAffairs. She enjoys being the bridge between the ConsumerAffairs content team and American news sites. Brooklyn was born and raised in Tulsa and spends her free time watching movies.

Theodoxa Baker is in digital PR at ConsumerAffairs. She has experience as a content producer for Oral Roberts University’s newspaper, where she also received her degree in public relations and advertising. She is passionate about assisting consumers in making informed purchasing decisions.

Sophie is a Junior Digital Public Relations Specialist, blending her passions for writing, creativity and connecting with others. She graduated in 2023 from Temple University, where she studied Political Science and English. Currently based in Chicago, IL, Sophie finds fulfillment in crafting narratives that resonate with consumers while nurturing meaningful relationships with journalists.

A storyteller at heart, Rebecca enjoys creating data-driven stories that challenge or enhance existing narratives. She takes a thoughtful approach to building relationships with journalists, which has earned her coverage in Forbes, NPR, Search Engine Journal, Fox News, and more. She graduated from Miami University with a degree in Strategic Communication and Professional Writing. She lives in Chicago, IL, and believes tavern-style pizza is superior to deep dish.

As the Data Editor, Jill is launching a data-based investigative reporting team focused on consumer issues. Jill has worked for The Salt Lake Tribune, The Desert Sun, inewsource and USA TODAY, earning a Pulitzer Prize for explanatory reporting in 2018 for her work on the deaths of undocumented border crossers. Her passion is shedding light on injustices and holding the powerful accountable. Jill graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with degrees in psychology and criminology and was editor-in-chief of the school newspaper, The Daily Pennsylvanian.

Morgan is a seasoned freelance writer and editor residing in Maine. As a contributor to ConsumerAffairs, she tackles a diverse range of topics, leaving no stone unturned to deliver comprehensive and easily digestible content to readers. Her work has been featured on reputable platforms such as Reader's Digest, Taste of Home, Family Handyman, The Healthy and Hunker. She holds a degree in journalism from the University of New Hampshire.

Joel is a finance and technology contractor who has worked for several years with top names in the industry, including Business Insider, MSN, Yahoo Finance and Nasdaq. Joel specializes in real estate, stocks, cryptocurrency and credit and debit cards, among many other things.

“I think consumers need someone to listen to them and I find taking on that role to be very gratifying.” Mark has written about consumer issues for ConsumerAffairs.com since 2004. Previously, he was a news correspondent for the Associated Press Radio Network, Westwood One Radio Networks and Marketwatch.com. Huffman also produces video segments for ConsumerAffairs.com and, in 2006, produced a 20-minute DVD, “Senior Scam Alert,” a training tool to help seniors avoid scams. He received a B.A. degree from the University of Kentucky. He and his family live in a historic rowhouse in Richmond, VA, and have a weekend home on Chesapeake Bay.

Gary’s main beats for the ConsumerAffairs news team are travel and technology. Prior to working here, he was a programming consultant for radio and TV stations in some 20 markets around the U.S., as well as a presentation developer for the likes of Jack Daniel's, Procter & Gamble, AT&T, and Columbia University. "My deepest consumer belief is one that I take from Tom Peters — that the customer perceives service in their own terms." And Gary gives that angle as much sunlight as possible in his ConsumerAffairs pieces. He received a B.S. degree in communications from Murray State University. He lives in Louisville, KY, where he serves on the board at a refugee initiative and can be found rooting on the Bellarmine University Knights any time they’re on the court.

Kristen Dalli is a New York native and recent graduate of Marist College. She has worked as a writer and editor for several different companies and publications, including Thought Catalog, The Oddysey, Thomas Greco Publishing, and several travel blogs. She's currently pursuing her MFA in Creative Non-Fiction at Fairfield University and spends her free time drinking lots of coffee!

Dieter Holger is a data reporter for ConsumerAffairs. His work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, PCWorld and dozens of other outlets. He holds a Master of Science in computational and data journalism from Cardiff University and a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from UC Santa Cruz. Write to him at dholger@consumeraffairs.com.

Sharon Wu is a versatile freelance blog writer with a B.A. in communications from the University of California, San Diego. With a decade of experience and a strong background in research and writing, she specializes in crafting engaging SEO-optimized blog content across diverse topics from home and tech to shopping and beauty. Sharon is committed to providing accurate, resourceful and digestible information to help readers make smart buying decisions.

Jessica Kaplan is a freelance editor and writer who contributes and updates articles for ConsumerAffairs. She writes lifestyle content across several publications, including Reader's Digest and Taste of Home. Jessica's specialty is covering trends content, and she has a particular passion for travel and food news.

Matt is a writer and editor who heads the ConsumerAffairs content team. He helps consumers make informed buying decisions on warranties, solar panels and more. Before joining ConusmerAffairs in 2024, he wrote and edited for Zippia, a career mentorship platform. He received his B.A. in English from the University of Connecticut and his MPhil from Trinity College Dublin.

Dan is an EV contributor from Bucharest, Romania, with two decades of automotive media experience. He has a master’s degree in journalism from Lucian Blaga University in Sibiu, and he has been driving (sometimes even racing) cars and writing about them since his days in journalism school. In recent years, he has become increasingly fascinated with the emergence of electric vehicles and their profound impact on the auto industry and consumer behavior. Prior to joining ConsumerAffairs in May 2024, Dan worked as a news writer and editor for InsideEVs, CarScoops and DriveMag, with previous stints for other international media outlets. Writing and cars aside, he loves reading, cycling, hiking and spending quality time with his family.

Emma K. Shibley is a writer, editor and poet based in Atlanta. She holds a bachelor of arts in English/creative writing from Miami University. She previously worked as a senior technical writer for Google's Users & Products division, writing instructional/informational content for Google products and offerings, from the Pixel Tablet to generative AI. Currently, she is a contributor to Encyclopaedia Britannica's online encyclopedia.

Ariel Slick is a Dallas-based freelance writer and ghostwriter. Her work has appeared in Texas Co-op Power, Texas Highways and The Texas Observer, among many other publications.

Kaitlin Morrison has been writing about finance and business topics since 2015. She spent a decade in marketing, branding and consulting for for-profit companies and nonprofits and worked three years as a landlord and real estate investor. She’s been published in CIO Magazine, Forbes and Credit Union Business Magazine. Kaitlin, her husband and their son have three cats and love to be outdoors.

Sam M. Huisache is an Austin-based writer, researcher and data analyst. Their work has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, USA Today and MarketWatch. Sam studied political science at New York University and social enterprise management at The George Washington University.

Steon is a Brooklyn-based data analyst, a proactive problem solver and a self-proclaimed "artistic scientist." He has over eight years of experience leveraging data analysis and program management skills to support program implementation and evaluation at a nonprofit organization providing early childhood education and family support. His bachelor's degree in communication design and a passion for using data, technology and creativity drive him to empower people to be able to make informed decisions. During his off time, you will most likely find him on a hike with his wife, two huskies and his camera.