Krissah Thompson is The Washington Post’s Managing Editor of Diversity and Inclusion. She is the first Black woman to hold the title Managing Editor. She began her career at The Washington Post in 2001, after graduating from the University of Texas at Austin School of Journalism and College ofLiberal Arts Plan II honors program. She also earned her Masters of Journalism from the University of Maryland. She has been an intern, a business reporter, covered presidential campaigns and written about civil rights and race. Before becoming an editor in the Style section, she covered the first lady’s office, politics and culture.Honors & Awards:

• Feature writing award from the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Emmy 2015 nomination in the “New Approaches: Documentaries” category and several honors from the National Association of Black Journalists.

Professional Affiliations: National Association of Black Journalists

Education: Master of Journalism, University of Maryland; College Park & Bachelor of Journalism and Plan II Honors, University of Texas at Austin