This blog is part of the District Media, Inc. portfolio. Originally founded in the District of Columbia in 2007, District Media, Inc. is an independent woman and veteran-lead media company. With an audience of over 10 million monthly visitors, our content appears on Google News, AOL, and other channels. Our objective is to deliver high-quality news, advice, and other related topics that inform, empower, educate, and entertain the public. We provide this information free of charge through our portfolio of 15 different websites, with all operating expenses paid through advertising.
Get to know the team behind District Media, Inc.
Meet the Leadership Behind District Media
James Hendrickson, CEO and Founder
For Marketing/Sales Inquiries contact: james@districtmediafinance.com
Tamila McDonald, Chief Operations Officer
For Editorial Questions contact: tamila@districtmediafinance.com
Amanda Blankenship, Chief Editor
amanda@districtmediafinance.com
Latrice Perez, Associate Editor
latrice@districtmediafinance.com
Travis Campbell, Associate Editor
travis@districtmediafinance.com
Our Writers
Catherine Reed
Catherine is a tech-savvy writer who has focused on the personal finance space for more than eight years. She has a Bachelor’s in Information Technology and enjoys showcasing how tech can simplify everyday personal finance tasks like budgeting, spending tracking, and planning for the future. Additionally, she’s explored the ins and outs of the world of side hustles and loves to share what she’s learned along the way. When she’s not working, you can find her relaxing at home in the Pacific Northwest with her two cats or enjoying a cup of coffee at her neighborhood cafe.
Shay Huntley
Shatel Huntley has a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Georgia State University. In her spare time, she works with special needs adults and travels the world. Her interests include traveling to off-the-beaten-path destinations, shopping, couponing, and saving.
Alyssa Serio
Alyssa Serio has been a writer and editor since graduating from Aurora University in 2014. In her free time, she loves reading, playing volleyball, and watching any horror movie (even the bad ones) with her husband.
Our Editorial Commitment
District Media is committed to producing trustworthy, well-researched media that supports everyday people with their financial well-being and daily decisions. Every article we publish is thoroughly fact-checked, properly sourced, and reviewed for clarity, accuracy, and relevance. We adhere to rigorous editorial standards, including direct attribution for all quotes, data points, and third-party information. Our content is regularly updated and held to the highest journalistic values.
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Contact Us
District Media, Inc.
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Portland, Oregon 97232
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