Kathy Backus has been telling stories for more than 30 years. As a freelance writer, she has crafted stories for daily newspapers and magazines in Detroit and throughout Michigan. Establishing Backus Public Relations, Inc. in the early ‘90s; she leads a team of experts in creating eye-catching print and digital projects.

Most recently, Kathy returned to her alma mater. Teaching in Central Michigan University’s Journalism Department has allowed her to train future journalists and public relations practitioners. Her insatiable curiosity and passion for storytelling led her back to freelance writing. In her free time, Kathy loves cooking, listening to podcasts and audiobooks and hanging out with family and friends … and her two dogs, too.