John Groundwater is currently the Director of Strategic Communications at NPR, where John has been working since August 2008. Prior to this, John held various roles in communications and project management at companies like Fannie Mae, AOL, and USA TODAY. With a wealth of experience in journalism and news management, John has demonstrated strong leadership and strategic thinking throughout their career.

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John Groundwater

Director, Strategic Communications at NPR

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