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    John Byrne

    Fast Company & BusinessWeek Former Editor

    John A. Byrne is a prominent figure in the media and business education sectors, currently serving as the Chairman, CEO, and Editor-in-Chief of C-Change Media Inc., a digital media company he founded in December 2009. The company operates several websites, including PoetsandQuants.com, which is recognized as a leading resource for prospective business school applicants.1

    Professional Background

    Byrne has an extensive career in journalism and media. Before establishing C-Change Media, he held significant editorial positions at well-known publications:

    • Editor-in-Chief at Business Week.com from 2007 to 2009, where he oversaw online editorial operations.
    • Executive Editor at Business Week from 2005 to 2009.
    • Editor-in-Chief of Fast Company from 2002 to 2005.
    • He began his career as a staff writer at Forbes Magazine and later worked as the London Bureau Chief for Fairchild Publications.1

    Education

    Byrne holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and Political Science from William Paterson University of New Jersey and a Master’s degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia.1

    Recent Developments

    In April 2023, Byrne announced that he had sold his business to Times Higher Education in London after more than a decade of leadership at C-Change Media Inc..2

    Byrne's contributions to business journalism and education have made him a respected voice in the industry, focusing on the intersection of media, business strategy, and higher education.

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