Rene Brinkley

Rene is an award winning television producer who has worked for CNN, CBS and AOL reporting on business, politics, current affairs and entertainment. Throughout her career in media she has interviewed celebrities, business leaders and high ranking politicians including presidential candidates. She has recently turned her attention to the issue of food. As a member of the largest member owned food coop in the country, she writes thought provoking articles about food policy. She also writes food reviews for Yelp and was selected to be a member of the Yelp elite club. Other writing credits include articles on personal finance for Black Enterprise magazine. Rene also loves photography and has held photography exhibits in New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco. One thing she can't live without is her passport. She has visited over 20 countries and is always looking forward to the next adventure. She currently lives in New York and works for CNBC.