Mara Bellaby

Mara Bellaby is an accomplished journalist with extensive experience in editorial leadership and investigative reporting. Currently serving as Editor at Florida Today since March 2019, Bellaby oversees a prominent newsroom recognized for its watchdog efforts, space coverage, and community engagement. Prior roles at Florida Today Communications include Executive Editor, News Director, and Enterprise Editor, managing local news operations and reporting teams on diverse topics. Bellaby's previous experience includes a significant tenure at Associated Press, where coverage spanned critical events such as the Orange Revolution in Ukraine and political dynamics in Russia. Early career positions were held at the Democrat and Chronicle and The Leader, fostering a solid foundation in journalism. Bellaby holds a Bachelor's Degree in English from John Carroll University.