Mike McAllister

Editorial Director at LIV Golf

Mike McAllister has a diverse work experience in the field of sports media and journalism. Mike currently serves as the Editorial Director at LIV Golf Investments, where they aim to modernize and enhance the game of golf through expanded opportunities for players and fans. Prior to this, they worked as the Editor in Chief at FreightWaves, overseeing a team of reporters and editors for a reputable digital publication in the freight industry.

Mike has also held significant positions in well-known sports media companies such as PGATOUR.COM, ESPN/ESPN.com, Golf Digest/GolfDigest.com, Sports Illustrated/SI.com, and The Dallas Morning News/DallasNews.com. In these roles, they demonstrated exceptional management and editorial skills, working closely with teams of writers, producers, and high-profile on-air talent. Mike led various content initiatives, including editorial redesigns, audience growth strategies, and coordinating visual components.

Throughout their career, Mike has consistently achieved remarkable results, recording substantial increases in users, page views, and engagement for the publications they have been associated with. Mike has a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and innovation, evident in their ability to adapt content from print to digital platforms and emphasize visual elements for promotional purposes.

Their work experience spans over two decades, starting from their early career as a Senior Editor at Beckett Sports Publications. Mike's extensive experience in the sports media industry, combined with their leadership skills and passion for modernization, make him a valuable asset in the field.

Mike McAllister attended Texas Tech University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Journalism. The dates of their education were not provided.

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Timeline

  • Editorial Director

    June, 2022 - present