Mike Collett White
About Mike Collett White
Mike Collett White serves as the Top News Editor for EMEA at Thomson Reuters, bringing over two decades of experience in editorial roles across various regions. He possesses multilingual skills in French, Russian, and German, enhancing his capability in international news coverage.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Mike Collett White has held various editorial roles at Thomson Reuters since 1996. He began as a Correspondent in the Commodities sector, followed by a position as Correspondent in Russia. He then served as Senior Correspondent for Central Asia and later as Deputy Bureau Chief for Pakistan and Afghanistan. From 2000 to 2001, he worked as a Senior Correspondent in London. He transitioned to Senior News Editor from 2013 to 2014, and since 2014, he has been serving as Asia Top News Editor. In 2017, he took on the role of Top News Editor for the EMEA region, where he leads a team focusing on in-depth initiative stories.
Education and Expertise
Mike Collett White studied at King's School Rochester from 1979 to 1986. He then attended Trinity College, Cambridge University, where he studied Modern Languages, achieving proficiency in French, Russian, and German from 1986 to 1990. His educational background in languages supports his extensive experience in international news coverage, particularly in the EMEA region.
Background
Mike Collett White has extensive experience in handling complex editorial projects across the EMEA region. His career at Thomson Reuters spans over two decades, during which he has worked in various capacities and locations, including London, Moscow, Almaty, and Islamabad. His multilingual skills enhance his ability to report on diverse topics and engage with a wide range of sources.
Achievements
Throughout his career at Thomson Reuters, Mike Collett White has led editorial teams and managed significant news coverage initiatives. His role as Top News Editor for the EMEA region involves overseeing in-depth stories that address critical issues across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. His leadership in editorial projects demonstrates his commitment to delivering comprehensive news coverage.