Bill Meincke is the Communications Specialist at the Coastal Corridor Alliance, where he combines his love for storytelling, journalism, and meaningful communication. Originally from Chicago, Bill now makes the most of Southern California’s beaches, mountains, and deserts. He holds a Master’s in Journalism from NYU and has reported on everything from politics to fertility and breaking news for places like The Chicago Tribune and Business Insider. He’s also co-authored Journalism Crossroads and managed content at Stella Center, where he created engaging mental health campaigns. Bill’s all about amplifying voices that often go unheard and making complex stories easy to understand, all to keep meaningful conversations going in the coastal community.