Meet MacDirectory’s team of writers and contributors
MacDirectory is the leader for Apple/Macintosh news, reviews, interviews and much more. We cover all aspects of the Apple market including
iPad, iPhone, iPod, Apple computer systems, software, apps, trademarks, Apple financial analysis, product developments, and more.
MacDirectory also interviews high-profile Apple individuals that are making cultural and technical advances. MacDirectory also supports all Apple events and tradeshows in order to deliver the latest industry developments.
In addition to MacDirectory.com content, we publish MacDirectory Magazine offering the latest on Apple technology, trends, product reviews and in-depth interviews. Published quarterly, MacDirectory Magazine reaches IT professionals, creative Macintosh buyers, iPod/iPad/iPhone users and other Apple key decision-makers worldwide. If you are looking to advertise with MacDirectory, please complete our advertising request form.
Justin Ashley, PR
Assistant Editor, Writer since: 2009
Writing focus: Current News
Justin Ashley has been supporting MacDirectory's PR and Marketing efforts since 2009. Justin has in-depth knowledge of social media/commerce trends including knowledge on online marketing.
Adriana Garuolis
Assistant Editor, Writer since: 2001
Writing focus: Mac OS, Developer
Adriana is the Assistant Editor for Apple/Macintosh OS updates. She has been a tech columnist writer for MacDirectory since 2001.
Bill Troop
Senior Editor, Writer since: 1993
Writing focus: Art, Creative, Design, Hardware, Mac OS
Bill Troop started writing for technology magazines in the early 1990s, including PC Magazine, MacWeek, and MacWorld. He is also the lead author of The Film Developing Cookbook, first published in 1998 and still in print. He is also active in typeface design, primarily with more
Charlie Miller
Contributor, Writer since: 2010
Writing focus: Mac OS, Mobile (iPhone, iPod, iPad)
Charlie Miller is Principal Analyst at Independent Security Evaluators, a Baltimore based consulting company. Dr. Miller was the first with a public remote exploit for both the iPhone and the G1 Android phone. He won the CanSecWest Pwn2Own competition for the last three years. more
Julia (Jone) Devlin
Contributor, Writer since: 1998
Writing focus: Business Mac
I am a writer/editor who got her start in the GLBTIQ community using an Apple IIE computer.
Karl Hente
Editor, Writer since: 2008
Writing focus: Current News
Karl is a longtime newspaper, book and magazine editor, helping coordinate MacDirectory tech coverage, with particular interest in feature stories and interviews.
Keoni Chavez
Contributor, Writer since: 2007
Writing focus: Entertainment, Gaming & Entertainment, Software
I cover the intersection of entertainment and technology.
Lee Griggs
Editor, Writer since: 2000
Writing focus: Business Mac, Hardware, Software
Lee has been writing interviews, product profiles and general interest articles since the early days of MacDirectory magazine. A freelance writer and photographer, Lee is also a Private Investigator and forensics expert. He writes for a number of national magazines on a regular more
Lisa Hill
Contributor, Writer since: 2006
Writing focus: Art, Creative, Design, Software, Education
Lisa enjoys reviewing educational hardware and software, digital art media products (Adobe, Avid,AutoDesk, ToonBoom, etc) and keeping up with current trends. As a children's science writer, she enjoys revising difficult science subject matter, and creating interesting stories to more
Mark Thomas
Forums Editor, Writer since: 2004
Writing focus: Art, Creative, Design, Digital World
Mark Smith has been contributing for MacDirectory since 2004 in the fields of art and design. Area of focus includes web and print publishing, color correction, creative plug-ins, stock photography and more. Mark graduated from Prat Institute and worked in numerous design firms in more
Matt Marquez
News Editor, Writer since: 2009
Writing focus: Current News, Gaming & Entertainment, Social Media
Matt is a freelance writer and a regular contributor to the MacDirectory news team since 2009. He likes to take pictures and play free iPhone games.
Matthew Schildroth
News Editor, Writer since: 2010
Writing focus: Business Mac, Current News, Gaming & Entertainment
Matthew Schildroth is one of the newer members of the team. He is an editor for MacDirectory's news section, and uses his well-rounded abilities to write about whatever topics come his way. Matthew enjoys writing, performing, and listening to music, photography, the performing arts, more
Ric Getter
Senior Editor, Writer since: 1999
Writing focus: Hardware, Current News, Software
Ric has a (rather scattered) background that includes photography, video production and post, writing, database design and enterprise computing support. He's won awards as a producer and photojournalist and has been a faithful Mac user since February, 1984.
Rusty Hill
Contributor, Writer since: 2009
Writing focus: Art, Creative, Design, Hardware, Software
Rusty Hill is a digital storyteller. He is also a Patent Attorney and a retired Navy Captain.
Trey Yancy
Senior Editor, Writer since: 2001
Writing focus: Art, Creative, Design, Hardware, Software
Trey Yancy has been a contributing editor since 2001 and a tech columnist and feature writer since 2004. As an award-winning professional in the areas of graphics, product design, packaging, and video, he has been the subject of interviews for television, radio, and newspapers in the more
Vanessa Pascale
Editor, Writer since: 2009
Writing focus: Art, Creative, Design, Entertainment
A U.C.F. alumna with a B.A. degree in English/Creative Writing, Vanessa Pascale’s wild imagination, need for creative expression, and inquiring mind led her to channel these traits into a career in writing. The Editor-in-Chief of Miami Living Magazine has interviewed high-profile more