STEPHANIE L. ARNOLD
Philadelphia
Summary
Senior executive leader with 25+ years of experience driving digital transformation, audience growth, revenue strategy, and operational excellence across media, nonprofit, and mission-driven organizations. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, advise executive leadership, and align strategy, communications, and operations to achieve measurable outcomes. Experienced in governance, workforce development, and community engagement, with a strong track record of supporting individuals navigating economic disruption and organizational change. MBA candidate with a concentration in finance and operations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Staff
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Washington, DC
07.2022 - Current
- Serve as senior advisor to the President & CEO, supporting executive leadership and enterprise-wide operations
- Lead execution of cross-functional strategy across communications, governance, finance, and operations
- Coordinate executive communications, board reporting, and organizational messaging
- Support strategic planning aligned with financial sustainability and long-term growth
- Provide operational leadership for national conferences and large-scale member engagements
- International membership organization (130,000+ members)
Senior Editor
Philadelphia Business Journal
Philadelphia, PA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Led planning, editing, and production of print and digital content, including flagship publications and daily coverage
- Managed high-visibility awards programs and served as moderator for executive-level panels
- Strengthened collaboration across editorial, marketing, and operations teams to align content and revenue goals
Lead Editor, Retail & Fashion Dive
Industry Dive (Informa TechTarget)
Washington, DC
12.2021 - 01.2025
- Directed editorial strategy for national B2B publications reaching 400,000+ executive readers
- Managed and developed a team of 9+ staff and freelancers
- Increased audience growth through SEO, analytics, and data-informed strategy
- Partnered with sales and marketing to develop sponsored content and revenue-generating products
- Produced and moderated events generating six-figure sponsorship revenue
- Led newsroom to six national journalism honors, including three Jesse H. Neal Awards
Assistant Editor, Hub
Newsday
Melville, NY
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Directed breaking news operations and cross-platform digital coverage
- Produced innovative audio content, expanding audience reach
Senior Internet News Manager
Newsday
New York Metro Area
11.2018 - 05.2021
- Managed homepage and digital programming strategy across platforms
- Leveraged analytics tools to guide editorial decision-making and audience growth
- Collaborated with leadership on digital transformation initiatives
Audience Engagement Editor
Philadelphia Media Network (Inquirer, Daily News)
Philadelphia, PA
05.2016 - 02.2018
- Led digital engagement strategy and social campaigns for major newsroom brands
- Managed real-time coverage for national events, including the Democratic National Convention
Social Media Editor / Online Producer
The Virginian-Pilot
Norfolk, VA
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Built and led the organization’s first comprehensive social media strategy
- Trained 80+ journalists and led digital transformation initiatives
Foundational Journalism Experience (Editor & Reporter Roles)
Various Organizations including Patch.com, Courthouse News Service, and regional news outlets
01.1998 - 01.2012
- Reported, wrote, and edited news across multiple beats including government, public safety, and education
- Managed contributors and supported newsroom operations including budgeting and content planning
- Built strong storytelling, audience engagement, and deadline-driven production skills
Community Services Liaison
United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Supported workforce and economic stability programs for individuals facing layoffs and financial hardship
- Delivered unemployment benefits presentations to 600+ displaced workers
- Produced radio programming reaching 250,000+ listeners
Education
B.S. - Newspaper Journalism
Florida A&M University
MBA - Finance & Operations
Western Governors University
01-2026
Skills
- Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning
- Operations & Organizational Management
- Revenue Strategy & Business Development
- Editorial & Content Strategy
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Public Affairs & Community Engagement
- Digital Transformation & Audience Growth
- Event Strategy & Program Development
- Data & Analytics (SEO, Chartbeat, Omniture)
Certification
- Notary Public, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- HIPAA Certified (Integrity Medical Staffing)
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE EXPERIENCE
- Chair, Board of Directors
- Zeta Light Scholarship Foundation | 2022 – Present
- Revitalized dormant nonprofit and restored regulatory compliance
- Raised nearly $40,000 during an economic downturn
- Implemented governance, budgeting, and donor management systems to ensure long-term sustainability
Awards
● Jesse H. Neal Award (3x, Team)
● ASBPE Azbee National Award (3x, Team)
● Keystone Press Award
● Excellence in Feature Writing — Society for Features Journalism
● United Nations / NABJ International Fellow
Timeline
Senior Editor
Philadelphia Business Journal
09.2025 - 12.2025
Chief of Staff
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
Lead Editor, Retail & Fashion Dive
Industry Dive (Informa TechTarget)
12.2021 - 01.2025
Assistant Editor, Hub
Newsday
05.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Internet News Manager
Newsday
11.2018 - 05.2021
Audience Engagement Editor
Philadelphia Media Network (Inquirer, Daily News)
05.2016 - 02.2018
Social Media Editor / Online Producer
The Virginian-Pilot
01.2012 - 01.2016
Community Services Liaison
United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania
01.2008 - 01.2009
Foundational Journalism Experience (Editor & Reporter Roles)
Various Organizations including Patch.com, Courthouse News Service, and regional news outlets
01.1998 - 01.2012
MBA - Finance & Operations
Western Governors University
B.S. - Newspaper Journalism
Florida A&M University