Renae Merle

Renae Merle is an accomplished journalist with over 20 years of experience at The Washington Post, currently serving as Deputy America Editor on the National Desk, where supervision has encompassed coverage of the economy, climate change, and various features. Previous roles include Summer Associate at Jalia Ventures, where business plans were reviewed and financial models developed, as well as Staff Reporter positions at The Wall Street Journal and The Associated Press, focusing on small business issues and state government reporting. Renae's educational background includes an MBA in Finance & Economics and an MS from Columbia University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and African-American Studies from the University of Texas.