Samantha Gurrie
About Samantha Gurrie
Samantha Gurrie serves as the Head of Editorial and Content for The Wildest and Adopt a Pet, where she integrates expert pet care advice with cultural insights. She has a background in journalism and has held editorial positions at various organizations, including Nylon Magazine and The Sato Project.
Current Role at Kinship
Samantha Gurrie serves as the Head of Editorial and Content at Kinship, overseeing The Wildest and Adopt a Pet since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the development of content strategies that blend expert pet care advice with cultural insights. Her leadership focuses on creating engaging content that resonates with pet owners and enhances their experience on the platforms.
Previous Experience at Nylon Magazine
Before her current position, Gurrie worked at Nylon Magazine as a Senior Editor from 2005 to 2010 in New York, NY. During her five years there, she honed her editorial skills and gained experience in content creation and curation, which later influenced her work in the pet care industry.
Education and Training
Samantha Gurrie earned a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Fordham University, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. She furthered her education at Humane Society University, completing the Advocacy Management Specialist Program from 2010 to 2012. This combination of formal education and specialized training supports her expertise in editorial content and advocacy.
Role at The Sato Project
Gurrie served as the Director at The Sato Project from 2015 to 2021 in Brooklyn, NY. In this capacity, she focused on animal welfare initiatives and contributed to various projects aimed at improving the lives of pets. Her experience in this role enhanced her understanding of pet care and advocacy.
Contributions to The Wildest
At The Wildest, Gurrie has played a significant role in curating interviews with musicians, artists, and creatives who are pet owners. This initiative enhances the cultural aspect of the platform and fosters a community around pet ownership. Additionally, she has been instrumental in providing curated product recommendations for pet owners through The Wildest.