Gwen Pratesi

Regular contributor to the travel section of U.S. News & World Report.

• Freelance for major publications, including The Points Guy, AARP, Frommer's, AAA-The Extra Mile, Garden & Gun, Reader’s Digest, Marriott Bonvoy Traveler and trade publications such as TravelAge West, Travel Market Report and Travel Weekly.
• Develop unique story ideas and pitch them to various publications.
• Collaborate with editors to refine the story angles.
• Perform extensive research for articles.
• Maintain a strong network of contacts in the travel, cruise, public relations and journalism industries.

• Achieved James Beard Award Finalist recognition in journalism for exceptional contributions to culinary storytelling.
• Collaborated with luxury travel destinations, hotels, resorts, cruise lines, public relations firms, tourism boards, chefs, farmers, winemakers, and culinary artisans to create impactful narratives.
• Author and owner of PratesiLiving.com.

• Provided executive support, planned conferences, and coordinated personal travel for Chairman and CEO of LPL Financial Services and Board Member of NASDAQ, ensuring efficient operations and effective event management.