Joi-Marie McKenzie
Entertainment and Lifestyle Writer
ABCNews.com
Columbia University, M.S.
University of Maryland, College Park, B.A.
Joi-Marie McKenzie has an impressive position as an entertainment and lifestyle writer for ABC; however, the media company and brand she built before her tenure at ABC is likely more recognizable than her byline. The Fab Empire website covers events in seven cities, including Los Angeles, New York, and Atlanta and is a must-read for entertainment and society news.
In addition to reporting and blogging, McKenzie is a sought after blogging and social media speaker. She has facilitated panels and given lectures at Columbia University, University of Maryland College Park, Howard University, LIM College, Blogger Week and Blogalicious.
McKenzie is passionate about entertainment news. “I really believe entertainment journalism is the most pervasive genre of journalism. Everyone reads about their favorite TV show or singer or movie — from the president to your little brother. It’s why I’m passionate about doing a good job.”
The Path
In addition to founding The Fab Empire, McKenzie freelanced for The Afro American Newspapers, Clutch Magazine, NBC New York and NBC Washington. After graduating from the University of Maryland, McKenzie added a Master of Science in digital media from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism to her arsenal.
Noteworthy
“My debut memoir, The Engagement Game: Why I Said ‘I Don’t’ to Marriage and ‘I Do’ To Me, hits bookshelves in March 2017. I’m really excited to share my journey — from being obsessed with marriage to instead becoming obsessed with loving myself so I can find the right husband for me. I hope that by sharing my story it will help other women find their covenant spouse. It’s available for pre-order now!” says McKenzie.
@dcfab memorable tweet
Can someone put this on a T-shirt: "Ashes to ashes. Dust to side chicks." #LEMONADE #PrayForHov
— Joi-Marie (@joimariewrites) April 24, 2016
