Bronwyn Barnes

Bronwyn Barnes is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in editorial leadership and commerce across various high-profile media companies. Currently serving as Vice President and Editorial Director of Commerce at Dotdash Meredith since June 2021, Barnes has also held roles as a Senior Product Reviews Editor. Prior freelance work includes contributions as a writer and editor for prominent outlets such as USA Today, Fatherly, and CNN Underscored. Earlier positions include Managing Partner at The Content Concierge, Senior Editor at PEOPLE Magazine and Entertainment Weekly, and Entertainment Editor at InStyle, where notable achievements include launching EW.com’s Style & Design channel. Barnes began a career in media as an Editorial Assistant at National Geographic and served as a Peace Corps Volunteer focused on health and development. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in English and Sociology from Queen's University and coursework towards a Master of Arts in Creative Writing at The Johns Hopkins University.