Mike Darling

Mike Darling possesses extensive editorial experience in various prominent media organizations. Starting with an internship at D Magazine, Mike advanced through roles such as Regional Editions Coordinator at Backpacker Magazine and an Associate Editor at Spirit Magazine, eventually becoming Senior Editor at both Spirit Magazine and Men's Health. Mike's expertise further expanded at VICE Media as Managing Editor of Tonic, followed by a position as Executive Digital Editor at Hearst Magazines, where management of teams and digital content strategy was key. Currently serving as Audience Development Manager at Google, Mike leads content strategy for major editorial platforms and utilizes analytics to enhance audience engagement. Mike holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Pittsburgh.