Byron McCauley

About Byron McCauley

I am an award-winning journalist with a deep track record in education and business reporting, column writing, and editorial leadership. Over the years, I’ve earned recognition for investigative and enterprise journalism that informs, inspires, and drives meaningful conversations.My work spans major newsrooms where I’ve served as a reporter, editor, and columnist—covering everything from boardrooms to classrooms—while mentoring young journalists and leading teams committed to truth, accountability and public service.I’m also the co-author of Hope Interrupted, a book that explores the intersections of race, faith, and friendship in modern America. Beyond the newsroom and the page, I’m passionate about fostering civility in public discourse and engaging communities in respectful dialogue.Let’s connect if you believe in the power of journalism to move communities forward.

Experience

1. Regional Columnist, Usa Today

   USA TODAY Co., Inc.

   Feb 2026 — Present · Lansing, MI, US

Education

• Harvard Business School

  Executive Leadership Program, Marketing/Marketing Management, General

• The University of Southern Mississippi

  Master of Science, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

• The University of Southern Mississippi

  M.S., Public Relations, Public Relations/Marketing

  1994 — 1998

• Louisiana Tech University

  B.A., Journalism, English

  1983 — 1987

Skills

• Press Releases
• Web Content
• Crisis Communications
• Strategic Communications
• Creative Writing
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Copywriting
• Journalism
• Publicity
• Social Networking
• Social Media
• Newspaper
• Content Strategy
• Fundraising
• Marketing Strategy
• Content Development
• Leadership
• Storytelling
• Newsletters
• Copy Editing
• Crisis Management
• New Media
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Media Relations
• Spokesperson
• Corporate Communications
• Public Speaking
• Event Planning
• Blogging
• Research
• Editing
• Speech Writing
• Feature Articles
• Message Development
• Nonprofits
• Ap Style
• Thought Leadership
• News Writing