Patrick Cooley is a strategic communications and media production graduate from The Ohio State University. His journalism work at the Marietta Times, Cleveland.com, and The Columbus Dispatch has proven to be crucial to communities in Ohio, as he has exposed government problems and kept people apprised of complex issues. With a belief that journalism is essential for a community to function, Cooley used his platform to inform voters about issues related to county officials' overspending and mismanagement, which led to the removal of two Washington County commissioners and the county clerk of courts. Cooley's exceptional work and experience make him an excellent addition to any team that focuses on journalistic reporting, social communication, and media production.