Czekalinski named executive editor at Crain’s Cleveland

Stephanie Czekalinski has been named executive editor of Crain’s Cleveland Business. She will join Crain’s in July.

A story on its website states, “Czekalinski is currently a deputy editor of news for Ideastream Public Media where she leads teams of reporters, editors and multimedia producers to deliver impactful coverage of Northeast Ohio. She has extensive media experience in digital, print, radio and television and has previously worked for the National Journal and Atlantic Media, the Columbus Dispatch and WOIO Channel 19 in Cleveland.

“‘Stephanie is a top-notch journalist and newsroom leader with deep roots in Northeast Ohio,’ said Jim Kirk, group president of Crain City Brands. ‘Her leadership will provide a vital catalyst as we grow our audience and enhance our presence in the community.’

“‘The best business journalism goes beyond reporting the numbers,’ said Czekalinski. ‘It reports what they mean, who they impact and puts them in context. I look forward to joining the talented team at Crain’s Cleveland that does exactly that — and building on that foundation to better serve our growing audiences across Northeast Ohio.'”

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