Michaela Haas

Michaela Haas is a seasoned journalist, author, and editor with a diverse range of experience in the media industry. Currently serving as a Contributing Editor at both Rotary International and Reasons to be Cheerful since 2022 and 2021 respectively, Michaela has also worked as a Reporter and Columnist for notable publications including The New York Times, Mother Jones, and Süddeutsche Zeitung from 2005 to the present, with an extensive tenure at Süddeutsche Zeitung from 1998 to 2023. As an accomplished author, Michaela has published works with major publishers such as Simon & Schuster and Penguin Random House, including the influential book "Bouncing Forward: The Art and Science of Cultivating Resilience." In addition to writing, Michaela has a background in coaching, communication, and consulting through the business Haas live!, which operated from 2001 to 2023. Michaela holds a PhD in Philosophy from The University of Bonn and multiple journalism degrees from renowned institutions.