Matt Mendenhall

Matt Mendenhall is a seasoned editor with a strong background in birdwatching and editorial management. Currently serving as Managing Editor at American Bird Conservancy since July 2023, Mendenhall previously held the position of Editor at Madavor Media from November 2012 to May 2023, where responsibilities included serving as the sole editor of BirdWatching Magazine and birdwatchingdaily. Prior experience includes roles as Associate Editor for BirdWatching Magazine at Kalmbach Publishing Co. from November 2000 to August 2012, and Editor at Trade Press Media Group from January 1994 to November 2000, where Mendenhall managed editorial teams and coordinated magazine production. Early career experience includes work at the Milwaukee Sentinel's sports desk. Mendenhall holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Marquette University.