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Terry Ward on Resilience, Local Journalism & Building Ward Media | Networked Podcast Ep. 8
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What happens when you grow up without stability—but with a relentless drive to lead?
In this episode of Networked, host David Mabee sits down with Terry Ward, co-founder of Ward Media and a veteran of the publishing industry. Terry shares his powerful journey from a childhood marked by homelessness and hardship to launching a media company that now owns five newspapers across North Central Washington.
Ward Media publishes the Wenatchee Business Journal, Lake Chelan Mirror, Leavenworth Echo, Cashmere Valley Record, and Quad City Herald — all with a mission to bring trusted, community-centered journalism back to the forefront.
🎙️ In this episode:
– Terry’s early life and what fueled his resilience
– His 25+ year career in corporate media
– Why he launched Ward Media — and what sets it apart
– What it means to build a legacy and serve your hometown
This is a story about grit, purpose, and redefining what local impact looks like.
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#Entrepreneurship #LocalNews #MediaInnovation #FlywheelWinner #NetworkedPodcast #WardMedia #Leadership
Chapters
1. Intro (00:00:00)
2. Early Life & Upbringing (00:01:20)
3. Career in Publishing (00:07:04)
4. Launching Ward Media (00:14:15)
5. Signature Questions & Reflection (00:24:25)
6. Closing and Outro (00:33:52)
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