Michelle Maltais

Michelle Maltais is an accomplished journalist and editor currently serving as the Managing Editor for Consumer News at USA TODAY since August 2018, where oversight includes a team of reporters and tech columnists focused on various consumer-centric topics. As the founder of M+G Communication, Maltais provides writing, editing, and social media strategy, leveraging a network of top industry specialists. Prior experience includes a consultancy role at CALmatters and a decade-long tenure at the Los Angeles Times in various capacities, including Deputy Director of Audience Engagement and Tech Reporter. Maltais began their career with copyediting roles at Newsday and The Desert Sun, following a strong educational foundation with a Master's in Journalism from Columbia University and a Bachelor's in English from Scripps College.