Len De Groot

Len DeGroot is a strategic and collaborative editor with over 15 years of experience in publishing, technology, data analysis, and visual communication.

He has a proven track record of transforming teams and platforms, with one notable success being the transition of print content to digital by 75%, resulting in top-performing stories annually that reach millions of digital readers.

Len DeGroot is recognized for his proactive and collaborative leadership style, developing actionable solutions for complex problems and balancing short and long-term goals effectively to drive production, growth, and revenue.

His educational background includes a BA in Journalism from Humboldt State University.

Formerly, Len held key positions such as Assistant Managing Editor, Digital, and Director of Data Visualization at the Los Angeles Times, as well as Interactive Design & Data Instructor at the Knight Digital Media Center at UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism.

Additionally, he has contributed significantly to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel as Graphics Director, Assistant Graphics Director, and Graphics Reporter.