Chicago Defender appoints Kai El’ Zabar as publication’s first female director
Kai El’ Zabar made history by becoming the first female executive director of the Chicago Defender.
Cheryl Mainor, who became the Chicago Defender’s first woman publisher in June, said, “This is an exciting time as we move towards our 110th anniversary. With Kai in position providing editorial direction for our print product and guiding the evolution of our digital platform, we are poised to maximize our capabilities and continue as a leader in the development of cutting-edge content relevant to the African American community.”
El’ Zabar, while a native of Cinncinati, Ohio, is no stranger to the city or the Chicago Defender, having previously worked at the newspaper as staff writer in the late seventies. Prior to this appointment, El’ Zabar has been editor, managing editor and contributor for numerous local publications. Under her editorial leadership at N’DIGO Magapaper from1993 to 1997, that paper grew from a monthly, to a biweekly, and then to a weekly schedule. She’s also held positions at Minorities in Business, LifeLines, The Journal of African American Health and www.tavistalks.com.
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Speaking about her new role, El’ Zabar says, “I am honored to become the editorial visionary for the Chicago Defender as it continues to grow and transform. We are on the verge of taking back our rightful place as the voice of the black community in Chicago and invite you to join us in making new history.”
The Defender will celebrate its 110th anniversary next year.
Congratulations to Ms. El’ Zabar on her new appointment.
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