Ben Doody

Ben Doody is an experienced editorial leader with a strong background in digital media and sports coverage. Currently serving as Managing Editor at Heavy.com since April 2014, Doody oversees all editorial content and strategy for the national digital media company. Prior experience includes roles as Managing Editor for Digital First Media, overseeing multiple publications in Connecticut, and Digital News Editor for Hearst Connecticut Media Group, where Doody led digital content efforts for several daily newspapers and coordinated major news events like Hurricane Irene. Earlier career highlights include roles at the Journal Register Company as Assistant Sports Editor and internships at The Hartford Courant and Connecticut Post, focusing on local and college sports coverage. Ben Doody graduated with a BA in English from Fairfield University in 2007.