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Signal Ohio Appoints Susan Brownknight As Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATEAug 05, 20265 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Signal Ohio

Susan Brownknight
CincinnatiNon ProfitCommunitiesNews

Description

Signal Ohio has appointed Susan Brownknight as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 3. Brownknight brings over 30 years of leadership experience in nonprofit organizations and will guide the nonprofit newsroom network through its next phase of growth and expansion in Ohio.

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Company

Signal Ohio

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

About

Signal Ohio is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit local news startups. The organization operates as an independent 501(c)(3) entity, dedicated to enhancing local journalism and community engagement. Since its launch in 2022, it has established newsrooms across several Ohio cities. The nonprofit focuses on providing trustworthy local information and supporting civic participation.

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