Caitlin Lyons
Alexandria
Summary
Special projects editor with extensive experience at Washington Business Journal, specializing in content creation, design and data visualization. Proven ability to lead high-profile publications and events for the local business community. Skilled in storytelling and project management, delivering engaging narratives that drive engagement across readership.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Projects Editor
Washington Business Journal
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborates with editor-in-chief to develop and assign stories to staff reporters and contributors to publish across print, web, and social media platforms.
- Reports, writes and edits timely business news stories and video content.
- Leads the selection and editorial work for special publications and awards programs (e.g., 40 Under 40, Women Who Mean Business, CEO of the Year and Power 100), manages profile assignments, nomination processes, and honoree outreach.
- Regularly represents the Business Journal as a panel moderator and hosts large-scale events within the local business community.
- Previously held this role from 2014 to 2016.
Freelance Reporter
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Wrote for industry and news organizations, including the Washington Business Journal, during a career break to focus on family.
Research Director and Special Projects Editor
Washington Business Journal
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Researched and compiled weekly industry lists that appeared in the print and online editions of the Business Journal as a Research Director.
- Led the production Book of Lists, an annual year-end publication that provides local company data for sales and research.
- Created data visualizations including charts, maps, and infographics to effectively communicate industry trends and local economic changes.
- Promoted to Special Projects Editor in 2014 and held that position until 2016.
Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative Coordinator
Council of Better Business Bureaus
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Monitored and analyzed compliance of top U.S. food and beverage companies in self-regulatory program promoting better-for-you products in child-directed media.
- Coordinated writing and production of annual compliance reports detailing program activities.
- Coordinated communication between departments and stakeholders to enhance project collaboration.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for meetings, events, and training sessions.
Education
Leadership Greater Washington -
Signature Program Participant
Washington, D.C. 05-2025
Bachelor’s - journalism
Elon University
Elon, North Carolina05-2007
Skills
- Content creation
- Storytelling
- Research skills
- Social media strategy
- Data visualization
- Project management
- Event coordination
Timeline
Special Projects Editor
Washington Business Journal
05.2022 - Current
Freelance Reporter
01.2016 - 01.2022
Research Director and Special Projects Editor
Washington Business Journal
01.2011 - 01.2016
Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative Coordinator
Council of Better Business Bureaus
01.2008 - 01.2011
Leadership Greater Washington -
Signature Program Participant
Bachelor’s - journalism
Elon University