Hanna Lee Communications presents Episode #105 of its Hospitality Forward podcast, featuring Julia Cosgrove, Editor in Chief and Vice President of Afar. In this episode, Cosgrove shares insights on pitching one of the travel industry’s most influential publications and discusses Afar’s mission to inspire thoughtful, values-driven travel through impactful storytelling.
Under Julia’s leadership, Afar has built a reputation for editorial distinction and authority, cultivating one of the most affluent and influential audiences across travel media. The brand continues to set the standard for travel journalism that informs, inspires, and empowers globally minded travelers.
Prior to launching Afar in 2009, Julia held editorial roles at Time Out, BusinessWeek, and ReadyMade. A graduate of Barnard College, she has also taught magazine writing and design at Stanford University’s d.school. She currently lives in Berkeley, California, with her husband and two daughters.
Listen to the full episode at the links below.
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