Team

Kellie Walton

Editor-in-Chief

Kellie Walton is the founder and editor-in-chief of Modern South. A born and raised Southerner, former hospitality public relations pro, and seasoned food and travel writer, Kellie oversees editorial content across all platforms and is the driving force behind the publication’s mission and growth. She is also a member of the Society of American Travel Writers.

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Carrie Cullen

Publisher + Chief Revenue Officer

Carrie is a former business executive who spent 15 years leading advertising sales teams and driving revenue for big media brands like Glamour, Food Network Magazine, and HGTV Magazine.​She’s passionate about everything business, sales, and leadership.

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Samantha Labrecque Semle

Integrated Communications Manager

Samantha Labrecque Semle is a social media manager and freelance writer by way of New England. She has spent the past several years working in lifestyle media for both print and digital publications. When not tracking trends on social, she enjoys traveling, spending time by the ocean, and eating her way around the world.

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Bailey Lou Connell-King

Editorial Assistant

Bailey Lou is a Nashville based food writer with a passion for culinary exploration. After navigating her own health issues, she has dedicated her writing journey to creating and uncovering allergen-friendly dining options that everyone can enjoy. When not writing or experimenting in the kitchen, she can be found indulging in a good book, binge-watching her favorite shows, or doting on her beloved chocolate labs.

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Contributors + Creators

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Amethyst Ganaway

Bailey Lou Connell-King

Caroline Eubanks

Chip Carter | Where the Food Comes From

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Christin Bland

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Collen McNally Arnett

Delia Jo

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Dominique Paul

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Elliott Harrell

Eric Lucas

Kirsten Harrington

Mariette Williams

Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton

Morgan Raum

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Nicole Letts

Stacey Mickles

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Rebecca Jones

Sarah Dillard

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Shelley Akins

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Skye Estroff

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Stasia Brewczynski

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Tanvi Chauhan

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Tom Poland