Brendan Pedersen
About Brendan Pedersen
Brendan Pedersen is a Financial Services Reporter at Punchbowl News, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in financial journalism, having previously held positions at American Banker and Kiplinger, among others.
Work at Punchbowl News
Brendan Pedersen serves as a Financial Services Reporter at Punchbowl News, a membership-driven news community that focuses on Congress. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the coverage of financial services and the intricacies of Capitol Hill. His role involves analyzing and reporting on the politics of financial regulation, providing insights into legislative developments that impact the financial sector.
Previous Experience in Financial Journalism
Before joining Punchbowl News, Brendan Pedersen accumulated extensive experience in financial journalism. He worked at American Banker as a Congressional Reporter for eight months in 2022 and as a Regulatory Reporter from 2019 to 2022. His tenure at Kiplinger included roles as a Reporter from 2018 to 2019 and as a Staff Writer for three months in 2019. Additionally, he completed an internship at NBC Chicago, focusing on political reporting.
Education and Expertise
Brendan Pedersen earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Political Science from DePaul University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in both journalism and political analysis, which he applies in his reporting on financial services and regulatory issues in Washington, D.C.
Background in Writing and Editing
Brendan Pedersen has a diverse background in writing and editing. He served as Editor in Chief at 14 East Magazine from 2016 to 2018, overseeing editorial content and direction. He also contributed to The DePaulia as a Contributor from 2015 to 2016. His experience as a Writing Tutor at DePaul University from 2015 to 2018 further honed his skills in communication and mentorship.