Judy Rider

Judy Rider possesses over 25 years of experience in the publishing industry, specializing in copy editing, proofreading, and research. Currently serving as a copy editor at Crunchbase since December 2019, Judy ensures adherence to company guidelines and AP Style, manages article publication through WordPress, and oversees email products and newsletters. Prior to Crunchbase, Judy was self-employed from October 2013 to March 2020, delivering services based on a strong reputation for quality, highlighted by notable projects, including copy editing a non-fiction book. Earlier positions include editorial coordination at the Houston Business Journal, where responsibilities spanned editing, producing special sections, and managing award nominations, as well as managing editor at Texas Fish & Game Magazine, overseeing article edits and layout design. Judy's foundational skills in editing were cultivated on the job at the Houston Business Journal from 1986 to 2012.