Everyone has an impactful story to tell, and I'm lucky enough to help people do that every day.
As a professional ghostwriter, I've helped CEOs and thought leaders share their expertise with the world. I collaborated with former WSFS Bank CEO Skip Schoenhals for his book "From Failing to Phenomenal," which was published in 2022. I then wrote a book with his successor, Mark Turner, which was published early in 2025. I am always happy to connect to talk through new projects and ideas, so feel free to get in touch!
Besides ghostwriting, I am a reporter at WNYC/Gothamist, covering breaking news and enterprise stories across the city with a focus on crime. I spearheaded the Gun Violence Hot Spot project— a long form piece with a map of street-level shooting incidents across all five boroughs, meant to identify the areas where gun violence is most concentrated and help communities address this pervasive issue.
Previously, I worked as a freelance reporter for The New York Times, contributing to stories on crime, homelessness, immigration and Federal Court proceedings. Several of those stories ended up on the paper's prestigious front cover.
I also worked as a staff reporter at The New York Daily News, where I was one of few journalists still out and about through the entirety of COVID-19 pandemic. I covered breaking news in all five boroughs, including violent crime, housing and homelessness, jail and court, immigration, business, the 2021 Mayoral race, and the city's pandemic recovery. In addition, I pitched and wrote enterprise stories on criminal justice, public health, housing discrepancies and cultural curiosities.More...
Sam Farahzad
Digital Marketing Lead@Google
Verified
As Sam Farahzad, Digital Marketing Lead at Google, I have successfully implemented innovative digital marketing strategies that significantly increased online traffic and conversion rates. I've led a team of talented professionals, fostering a collaborative environment that encouraged creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. My data-driven approach has resulted in improved SEO rankings and increased brand visibility. I have also played a key role in launching several successful marketing campaigns, contributing to the company's overall growth and profitability.More...