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Meet our writers

Fort Wayne-based writer Lauren Caggiano is a 2007 graduate of the University of Dayton. Caggiano holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and French. Caggiano has worked in journalism, public relations and marketing over her 15-year career. She writes for several local, regional and national publications — and the list is growing. Speaking of growth, Caggiano enjoys the challenges that come from researching and bringing stories to life across a variety of platforms. On a personal note, Caggiano is a recent breast cancer survivor and enjoys fitness, thrift shopping and volunteering in her free time. Learn more at lovewriteon.com.