"If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; if you can dream it, you can become it."
~William Arthur Ward
Award-winning investigative environmental journalist:
2004 GOLD AWARD for Investigative Reporting from Parenting Publications of America!
2004 Donald Robinson Award for Investigative Journalism, ASJA!
Speaker - "Sharing information about the business of writing"
Author: Florida Gold Coast and the Keys (Countryman Press, 2005)
Co-Author: The Unofficial Guide to the Best RV and Tent Campgrounds in Florida & the Southeast (John Wiley and Sons, 2002)
Contributor: Mobil Travel Guide to NASCAR (MTG, 2004)
Hotel Inspector: The Unofficial Guide to Florida (John Wiley and Sons, 2004)
I am a member of the the American Society of Journalists and Authors, the Society of Environmental Journalists, and The International EcoTourism Society.
Freelance Writer 1992 - Present
BOOK REVIEWS, ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, FAMILY and TRAVEL ARTICLES
E - The Environment Magazine, May-June 2002, 2004
Sam's Club Source Magazine, 2002 - 2004
Horizon's, Appelberg Publishing of Sweden, 2002 - 2004
Palm Beach Cottages and Gardens, 2004
Natural Home, national 2003
AOL Digital Cities, national 2002, 2003
Rosie.com, national, 2002
WHERE Miami, regional, 1999-2002
Parade Magazine, research, national 1999-2002
Self Magazine, research, national 2000
The Garden's Holiday Magazine, Palm Beach Gardens 2001
Drive Magazine, national 1999-2002
Meridian Magazine, national 1998-2001
Log and Timber Style Magazine, national 2001
Palm Beach Post / First Sunday Magazine, regional 1998-2002
South Florida Parenting Magazine, regional 1996-2004
South Florida Business Journal, regional 1998-2001
Family Life Magazine, national 2000
Miami Herald, regional 1992-2003
Healthgate.com, web site 2000
The Free Press, regional 1999
Toronto Sun, regional 1999
MountainZone.com, web site 1999
Your Health Magazine, national 1997-1999
Daughters Newsletter, national 1998
Poz Magazine, national 1997
Style At Home Magazine, Canadian national 1997
City Link Magazine, regional 1997
In Depth Magazine, regional 1996
South Florida Parenting Online 1997
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel, regional 1995-1997
COLUMNS
Miami Herald Hometown Edition: School Scene 1992-1998 (weekly)
Miami Herald Hometown Edition: Around the Block 1992-1999 (weekly)
Sun-Sentinel Digital Edition: Women's News Briefs 1997 (weekly)
Sun-Sentinel Community News: Police Blotters 1996-1997 (weekly)
Miami Herald Hometown Edition: Mom and Me at the Movies (with my son) 1992-1993
South Florida Parenting Online: Mom and Me at the Movies (with my daughter) 1997
TRADE JOURNALS
M.D. News 1999
Florida Grower and Rancher, statewide 1994
Ornamental Outlook, statewide 1994
Country Folks Grower, Southeast states regional 1994
CORPORATE NEWSLETTERS and ADVERTORIALS
Nova Southeastern University 1999, 2000
South Florida Parenting Magazine 1996-1999
Jackson Memorial Hospital 1997-1998
City of Hollywood: Fiesta Tropicale event 1998, 1999
Custom News: Hadassah National Conference 1996
Imperial Group of Texas and Tennessee 1994-1995
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
American Society of Journalists and Authors, 2002 - 2004
International Travel Media, 2002 - 2004
European Press Network: Correspondent.com, 2002
Society of Environmental Journalists, 1999-2004
Florida Outdoor Writers Association, 1999-2003
National Writers Union, 1997-2001
EDUCATION, SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS
American Society of Journalists and Authors: National Conference, 2001 - 2004, NYC, NY
Casey Journalism Center for Children and Families Fellowship: Risky Business, Covering Adolescent Health, 2001, New Orleans, LA
Poynter Institute: On Covering Water, 2000, St. Petersburg, FL
Travel Media Showcase, 2000, Atlantic City, NJ
Troutbeck Travel Writers Conference, 1999, Hudson Valley, NY
National Writers Union Delegates Assembly, 1998, Boston, MA
National Writers Conference, 1996, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Purdue University 1977-1980, West Lafayette, IN
Carmel High School, Hoosier Scholar Award, 1977, Carmel, IN
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Miami Book Fair International, author introducer 1996-2000
South Florida Freelancers Network, e-list administrator 1997-1999
Boy Scout Troop 383 of Weston, Public Relations Coordinator 1991-1994
Indian Trace Elementary PTA, Public Relations Chairperson 1991-1992
Peggy Wadsworth Transplant Fund, South Florida Media Liaison 1990-1992
Central Indiana Association of Volunteer Administrators, Treasurer 1987-1988
Near East Side Community Advisory Council, President, Vice-President, Secretary 1984-1986
The Indianapolis Peace Center, Technical Director of television series 1983-1985
SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT 1982-1989
Program Director Indianapolis 2/89-6/89
Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers Coalition, a program of the Metro Advocate Ministry. Designed and implemented program providing volunteer support services for homebound elderly to prevent unnecessary nursing home placements. Secured grant funds from The National Federation of Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, Inc. and The Indianapolis Foundation. Reported to Board of Directors. Skills utilized included network coordination; public relations and program promotion including television appearances and public service announcements; report preparation and delivery; volunteer recruitment, training and management; volunteer and staff supervision.
Program Coordinator Indianapolis 1/88-2/89
The Visiting Nurse Service, a not for profit United Way sponsored Home Health Agency. Co-wrote Federal grant proposal, implemented and executed project to provide support services to homebound elderly based on a nationally successful model. Program succeeded as designed, at less than budgeted cost, and became a full time program in its own right, as described above. Skills utilized included coalition building, needs assessment, program development, volunteer management and staff supervision.
Volunteer Coordinator Indianapolis 3/86-2/89
The Visiting Nurse Service. Raised agency profile utilizing print and broadcast media and public speaking engagements to promote volunteer components. Prepared statistical reports, developed forms and maintained monthly correspondence. Expanded and improved client services through extensive community networking, resource coordination and program management.
Program Director Indianapolis 10/82-3/86
The After School Program, an ecumenical effort to provide a stimulating learning environment for low income children at risk of abuse and neglect. Designed and implemented entire program serving 100 children at two sites. Recruited, trained and supervised 55 volunteers and coordinated daily activities. Supervised three part-time staff as well as student interns. Skills utilized included program design, implementation and management; public speaking and television appearances; and legislative lobbying.
References available on request.
Comments and Kudos Collected over the Years:
"Trish Riley's 'Why the Bleep?' and His Holiness the Dalia Lama's 'Contemplative Mind, Hard Science' are two articles that validate my personal experience," reader feedback, Shift: At the Frontiers of Consciousness, the magazine of the Institute of Noetic Sciences.
"It has been my pleasure to know and work with Trish Riley for the past five years in my role as managing editor of South Florida Parenting magazine. [A] piece of length that we published by Trish Riley, a story on toxic indoor air in public schools in our April 2003 issue, won a first-place Gold Award for investigative reporting from the national Parenting Publications of America," Vicki McCash Brennan, editor, South Florida Parenting Magazine.
"I just read your excellent article on our toxic schools here in south Florida.
THANK YOU for this article," Denise Robinette, founder, Healthy Living Foundation.
"Dear Trish, Everyone who has seen your work is very impressed by your skills - you did a great job! I hope I - or colleagues of mine - will be able to give you more assignments,"
Ulrika Rask, Appelberg Publishing Agency, Sweden
"Thanks for participating in our Conference! People gave me a great deal of oral feedback - very positive regarding your workshop - and a few written comments: 'Fabulous; Very good practical hints; Wonderful take-away information; Love the notes she gave me!'," Lucy Zuercher, National League of American Pen Women, Richmond Writers Conference, 2002
"I enjoyed the article on High Art in North Carolina. It's nice to see a well-written article with great photos that introduces or reconnects people with this craft. Great job!" Reader feedback, Subaru Drive Magazine.
"Thank you, thank you! You do SUCH nice work," Jennifer Fischer, editor, Drive Magazine
"Thanks so much for the great article. I like what you said about reconnecting with nature. I think it is very important to our health and peace of mind,"
Susan Coughlin, Mounts Botanical Garden.
"Thank you, Trish. We all think you did a terrific job. Thanks for your good work," Communications Dept., Jackson Memorial Hospital.
"Thank you for the excellent article you recently wrote about Kids Voting Broward. Your description of our goals and programs helped educate the community about Kids Voting. This type of exposure is crucial to the future of democracy," Barbara Ericksen, Executive Director, Kids Voting Broward.
"Trish Riley is committed to good journalism as well as good citizenship," Paul Anger, Broward Editor, Miami Herald.
"Your article was concise, accurate and well-written," Gail Goodrich, Literary Fair Coordinator.
"I just saw today's Herald. Impressive and splendid - very special," Dave Lawrence, Publisher and Chairman, Miami Herald.
"I'm getting fabulous feedback from your readers…that was such a wonderful, in-depth article…our next meeting was standing room only!
You have touched the lives of literally thousands of people. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
Barbara Rommer, M.D., co-founder Fort Lauderdale Near Death Association and author, Blessing in Disguise (Llewellyn Books, 1999).
"You did a great job," Linda Lee, Editor, Inside-Out Florida
"We enjoy your writing, and we will have space for you,"
Ric Hawthorne, Subaru Drive Magazine
"You have a good, impressive range of clips (it's heartening to see a freelancer
who's making it). It's good to know someone who knows Florida as well as
you do," David Masello, Article Editor, Country Living Magazine
"You have become my ace in the hole. Pat yourself on the back,"
Kiki Bochi, editor, South Florida Parenting Magazine.
"Trish is a fine writer, who has put her skills in the service of humankind," Dr. Alma Bond, colleague, American Society of Journalists and Authors."
"Thank you for your impartial critique of our project. We found your article to be enlightening and very well written. We definitely appreciate your efforts,"
Tsvi Schacter, Emerald Springs Estates.
"I can attest to Trish's dedication to accurate and objective reporting and lively writing. I have seen a consistent commitment to environmental issues, a joy in learning new information and skills, and a great desire to share what she knows with others. She is a fine representative of our profession," Pat Curry, freelance writer and editor.
"Trish is a responsible and professional journalist. She meets deadline and her work is both creative and professional," Ray Lynch, Editor, Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel.
"Now I know why you're a writer - you're good! What a great article,"
Samantha Ragors, Third Planet.
"I enjoyed your article on 'Green Design.' Very well done," Craig Melby, ITRA.
[Comments below posted at www.CityofWeston.net, content provided by Trish Riley]:
"I was impressed to see the work that you have done in the development of this website," Alexander Halperin, Weston City Commissioner.
"Yours is the most specific and most useful site about Weston on the Net," Robin Stojanov.
