Rick Weinberg

Editor-in-Chief at California Business Journal

Rick Weinberg is the Editor-in-Chief and founder of the California Business Journal, a publication dedicated to covering local and regional business news in California. With a rich background in journalism, he has worked for prestigious media outlets including The New York Times, ESPN, and FOX Sports, where he has reported extensively on business and sports.

Career Highlights

Journalism Experience: Rick has authored over 5,000 articles throughout his career, covering a wide range of topics from business to sports. He has interviewed numerous high-profile figures, including athletes like Michael Jordan and business leaders such as Warren Buffett.1
California Business Journal: Launched to fill a gap in media coverage for small and medium-sized businesses, the California Business Journal focuses on telling the stories of local entrepreneurs and companies. Under Rick's leadership, the publication has become a significant source of business news in California.1
Education: He holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Hamilton Country Day and has furthered his studies in Journalism, Communications, and Marketing at Suffolk University, where he graduated cum laude.2

Rick's writing style is noted for being engaging and professional, aimed at uncovering compelling business narratives. His extensive experience in sports journalism also provides him with a unique perspective on the business of sports.1 2

Experience

Editor-in-Chief at California Business Journal since January 2000

Editor, Reporter, Public Relations and Marketing Specialist at FOX, NY Times, ESPN, On Wall St. Magazine, RWPR, Associated Press, TotalSports (21 years 5 months)