Stacy Cowley
About Stacy Cowley
Stacy Cowley is a Consumer Finance and Small Business Reporter at The New York Times, focusing on issues relevant to entrepreneurs. She has a diverse background in journalism, having previously covered technology and small business topics for various prominent publications.
Current Role at The New York Times
Stacy Cowley serves as a Consumer Finance & Small Business Reporter at The New York Times. In this role, she focuses on issues impacting entrepreneurs and the ventures they launch. Cowley has been with The New York Times since 2015, contributing to the publication's coverage of consumer finance and small business topics.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Prior to her current position, Cowley held various roles in journalism. She worked as a Staff Editor at The New York Times from 2013 to 2015. Before that, she was a Tech Editor and Small Business Editor at Time Inc., where she contributed to CNNMoney. Her experience also includes a position as NY Correspondent for IDG News Service from 2001 to 2006.
Education and Academic Background
Stacy Cowley studied at Barnard College, where she earned a degree in Political Science from 1996 to 1999. She later attended The New School, achieving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in consumer finance and small business reporting.
Contributions to Mobile Journalism
Cowley contributed to the creation of NYT Now, a mobile app that provided a curated selection of news stories. This initiative reflects her engagement with evolving media formats and her commitment to delivering news in accessible ways.
Freelance Portfolio
Stacy Cowley maintains a portfolio of freelance pieces on various topics, which is available at StacyCowley.com. This portfolio showcases her versatility and breadth of knowledge across different subjects in journalism.