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Meet the team
Michael De Medeiros | Managing Editor
Michael De Medeiros has been editor in chief of several lifestyle magazines including Men’s Fitness. He has authored over 20 books and has been nominated and shortlisted for several awards, including best book, best book in a series and best feature. Currently based in Nashville, TN, Michael is a Canadian-born, former New Yorker who has spent his career mentoring others and connecting audiences with brands they can trust.
Kevin Parrish | Deputy Editor
Kevin Parrish has more than a decade of experience working as a writer, editor, and product tester. He began his writing career covering console and PC games. Eventually, he switched to covering computer hardware, networking equipment, phones, tablets, and other internet-connected devices. His work has appeared in Tom’s Hardware, Tom’s Guide, Maximum PC, Digital Trends, How-To Geek, and many others. At HighSpeedInternet.com, he helps keep the fire burning, tests networking equipment, and dazzles his coworkers with his collection of cats and hats (and cats wearing hats).
Jessica Brooksby | Content Editor
Jessica Brooksby loves bringing her passion for the written word and her love of tech into one space at HighSpeedInternet.com. She works with the team’s writers to revise strong, user-focused content so every reader can find the tech that works for them. Jessica has a bachelor’s degree in English from Utah Valley University and four years of creative and editorial experience. Outside of work, she spends her time gaming, reading, painting, and buying an excessive amount of Legend of Zelda merchandise.
Chili Palmer | Senior Staff Writer
With more than 15 years’ experience in the coverage of tech and consumer issues, Chili (Rebecca) Palmer holds a bachelor’s degree in print journalism from Weber State University. Before joining HighSpeedInternet.com, she wrote about home internet and cable TV for Switchful.com. Her writing and editing work has also appeared in the Idaho Business Review, Utah Business magazine, Top Ten Reviews, Deseret News, and more. Chili is passionate about providing accurate and accessible information any time you’re trying to connect … whether you already speak geek, or just got your first smartphone.
Peter Christiansen | Staff Writer
Peter Christiansen writes about satellite internet, rural connectivity, livestreaming, and parental controls for HighSpeedInternet.com. Peter holds a PhD in communication from the University of Utah and has been working in tech for over 15 years as a computer programmer, game developer, filmmaker, and writer. His writing has been praised by outlets like Wired, Digital Humanities Now, and the New Statesman.
Andrea GutierrezPrieto | Staff Writer
After graduating from the University of Utah with an honors degree in Linguistics, Andrea Gutierrez Prieto transitioned from being an Analytic Linguist and Research Assistant to the HighSpeedInternet.com team. Andrea has a background in academic and research writing with a passion for helping readers make informed decisions. Off the clock, Andrea spends her time watching anime, reading manga, and baking delicious pastries at home.
Hannah Haynes | Bilingual Junior Staff Writer
Hannah Haynes is a recent graduate from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication. She brings years of journalistic and native language experience to her role in compliance at HighSpeedInternet.com, where she prioritizes clarity and consistency in both English and Spanish. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her at the movie theater– popcorn in hand, catching all of the latest releases.
Katie Garza | Web Content Publisher
Katie Garza is a former English teacher with a BA in Secondary Education, a BA in English Literature, and an MA in English Education from Arizona State University. She lives in Phoenix with her husband, two children, and a hound dog named Scout. Her role on the HighSpeedInternet.com team is all about uploading site content and making it accessible for our readers.
Austin Aguirre | Contributing Writer
Austin Aguirre worked as a broadband technician installing and troubleshooting countless home internet networks for some of the largest ISPs in the U.S. He became a freelance writer in 2020 specializing in software guides. After graduating with a BS in technical communication from Arizona State University, he joined the team at HighSpeedInternet.com where he focuses on analyzing our speed test data and generating our annual internet reports.
Licensing and Reuse of Content
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