Today it is my privilege to announce a big change here at DCist. After nearly a year and a half as serving as Editor-In-Chief of DCist, I will be stepping down from that role. My life has recently taken an exciting professional turn that will leave me with less time to dedicate to the site, and we have decided the site deserves fresh leadership to continue to develop.

Taking over the position as co-editors will be Ryan Avent and Martin Austermuhle. Ryan and Martin have each been involved in DCist for many months, helping to shape our music and news coverage. Recently, they both have been taking an increasingly large role managing the site’s day-to-day operations. I think they will both do an excellent job as co-editors and look forward to watching our site continue to grow and improve. I will continue to be involved with the site in a lesser capacity, posting occasionally and providing advice to the staff.