Frank Mungeam

Frank Mungeam is the Chief Innovation Officer at Local Media Association (LMA), where he oversees transformational industry labs such as the Covering Climate Collaborative and Lab for Journalism Funding.

With over 25 years of experience in media and innovation, Frank's expertise lies in content strategy and empowering local media to better serve and engage with their communities.

He is a dedicated practitioner of servant leadership, a certified IDEO innovator, and an executive coach focusing on fostering inclusive and collaborative cultures.

Frank holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Social Relations from Harvard University and a Master's degree in Communication and Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University.

Throughout his career, Frank has held key positions such as Chief Innovation Officer at Local Media Association, Knight Professor of Practice at Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, and Vice President roles at TEGNA in digital audience engagement and content.

He has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Washington State University, worked in various digital media roles at Fisher Broadcasting and KGW TV, and owned Frank Words Media Consulting.

His mission is to nurture informed and engaged communities crucial for a thriving democracy, focusing on building collaborative and innovative teams.

Frank Mungeam's diverse professional background and commitment to media innovation and community engagement make him a valuable asset in promoting sustainable local news ecosystems.