In this special double feature episode, I’m joined by two standout voices from this year’s ACES conference in Salt Lake City.

First, I interview Heather Saunders, president of ACES: The Society for Editing and CEO of Nova Arc Content. Heather shares her perspective on leading in the editing world, the importance of advocating for editors in specialized fields like STEM, and how she’s working to build a stronger, more inclusive professional community. It’s a conversation about vision, leadership, and the evolving role of editors in today’s content landscape.

Then, I sit down with Jamaal Pittman, this year’s Robinson Prize winner—one of the highest honors an editor can receive. Jamaal opens up about his career journey, what this award means to him, and the lessons he’s learned about excellence, mentorship, and community in the editing profession.

Whether you’re deep in the world of editorial work or just curious about the people shaping the future of content, this episode is packed with insight, heart, and inspiration.

Resources & Mentions:

• ACES: The Society for Editing
• Nova Arc Content
• Learn more about the Robinson Prize
• Purchase your copy of Jamaal’s book, The Copy Editor’s (Life)Style Guide.