TopTenREVIEWS

TopTenREVIEWS gives you the information you need to make a smart purchase. We make a recommendation for the best product in each category. Through our side-by-side comparison charts, news, articles, and videos we simplify the buying process for consumers.

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Editor and Staff bios

Lecia Monsen, Managing Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

Lecia Monsen is the Managing Editor at TopTenREVIEWS. Possessing a distinct fondness for all things Apple, Lecia is often found with her iPhone in hand testing the latest app releases. She has an extensive background in writing, layout and design, coupled with substantial experience in the book publishing world working with Barnes & Noble, Sterling Publishing, Chapelle Ltd. and Red Lips 4 Courage, all of which provides her with a unique perspective on meeting readers' needs for information in a clear, concise and engaging manner. In her spare time, you will find Lecia pursuing her passion for digital scrapbooking on her iMac or reading a good book on her iPad.

Brad Jensen, Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

Brad Jensen comes to TopTenREVIEWS with more than a decade of writing, design and publishing experience. And as a former professional recording engineer, he brings a high level of detail to the consumer electronics area as well. His writing career started as a technical writer for a music company, and he has proven his skills in many jobs since. He's an active blogger, amateur musician, architecture critic, self-confessed golf nut and lover of the English language. His diverse career experience has taken him into management as well, with successful stints as a Marketing & Sales VP, a corporate trainer, and a small business owner. His expertise in many areas gives him a good perspective in filling the needs of the consumer.

Marinda Bean, Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

Marinda Bean began her professional writing career at age 14 and has been in love with the written word ever since. With a bachelor's degree in mass communications and public relations, and a full quiver of writing talents, she served as the Communications Director for a large international company where she developed joint venture partnerships, edited an ezine and planned company events. She is now pleased to employ her expertise as an Editor at TopTenREVIEWS where she is passionately committed to delivering top-notch content to our readers. She also has an associate degree in graphic design and an imaginative, creative side that finds release in her own poetry and fictional novel writing.

April Adams, Associate Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

April Adams is the Associate Editor over the Home and Auto Tech domains of TopTenREVIEWS. She has an extensive background in creative and professional writing. She also has a particular fondness for the latest high-tech gizmos and gadgets, especially those that relate to fast cars and, on the other end of the spectrum, those that make cooking and home life more enjoyable. April writes to improve the world in any way she can and is most proud of being published in Grief Digest, where she helps others heal from losing a loved one. April excelled in her courses at Longridge Writers Group in affiliation with Charter Oak State College. Her commitment to excellent writing, compassion for others and zest for life inspire her team to provide TopTenREVIEWS' readers with the information they need to make great technology choices.

Joel Hilton, Associate Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

Joel heads the Software/Web Services domain for TopTenREVIEWS. His extensive writing background in such areas as marketing, advertising, comedy writing and even screenwriting helps him write for any audience. He has performed in multiple comedy troupes in college and the community, and he often lends his quick wit and technical knowledge to producing and appearing in TTR videos. Aside from working at TopTenREVIEWS, Joel is a devoted husband and father. When he's not watching movies, talking about movies or writing about movies, Joel enjoys reading, acting, swimming and eating.

Mike McPeek, Associate Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

Mike McPeek possesses extensive experience in the fields of internet applications and wireless hardware and software technologies. He has a long history of providing technical support for companies, including Verizon Wireless, BlackBerry and AOL - back when it dominated the internet. His background also extends to logistics, marketing and e-commerce. Passion for music and technology have converged to make him a serious audiophile. He's also a long-time skier and scuba diver. A seasoned world traveler, his broad perspective lends valuable insight and sagacity to his articles and reviews.

Mitch Monsen, Associate Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

Mitch Monsen is over the Audio/Video domain at TopTenREVIEWS, where he puts his disproportionate fondness for understanding mechanics to good use. He is also an entrepreneur with a passion for marketing. His variety of interests and love of learning have enabled him to gain expertise on a variety of subjects, from search engine optimization and web development to audio and video technology. In his spare time, Mitch enjoys starting and running personal online projects, learning everything he can about web development and business, and spending time with his wife and cat. He also has a wholesale addiction to cooking and eating good food.

Randall Sutherland, Associate Editor, TopTenREVIEWS

An evangelist for the humanizing potential of high technology, Randall Sutherland publishes reviews to help TopTenREVIEWS' visitors find useful products and services. Randall leads the writers who review Information Technology products such as Wi-Fi routers, security software and firewalls; Business services such as credit card processing and e-commerce software; and Financial services such as online stock trading and investment portfolio management software. Randall had a Silicon Valley career as Editor of Dr. Dobb's Journal of Software Tools, Senior UNIX Industry Analyst at Dataquest, Public Relations Manager at Oracle and Senior Manager of Industry Analyst Relations and Market Intelligence at Cisco. Prior to joining TopTenREVIEWS, he was Director of Corporate Communications for Optical Micro Machines. Randall holds a B.A. and M.A. in English literature.

Jessica Foust, Supervising Producer/Anchor, TopTenREVIEWS

For TopTenREVIEWS, Jessica is a broadcast specialist with years of on-air experience with appearances on NBC, Fox, and a career that includes a history in broadcast journalism. Jessica is the anchor and supervising producer for expert reviews, how-to's, tips, buying guide videos and TopTenREPORTS, a TopTenREVIEWS weekly news show.

Her "reality view" gives objective analysis of items that are critical to consumer's daily lives - from nanny cams to video games to front-loading washing machines. With her expertise, Jessica turns out thoughtful and helpful content by comparing products side by side to determine which is the best and why you'd want to buy it.

In addition to working for TopTenREVIEWS, Jessica is actively involved in her community and enjoys working with local groups and organizations. She is proud to be a Big Sister in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program.

When she's not working, you can find Jessica on the slopes. She loves to ski and enjoys the quiet snow laden mountains. She plays almost every sport, including a short spat with ice hockey. Other loves include reading, playing the violin and anything chocolate.

Rich Bonaduce, Producer, TopTenREVIEWS

As a producer/anchor at TopTenREVIEWS Rich gets to really sink his teeth into various projects about the coolest technology! His vast experience working on both sides of the camera allow him to create both informative and entertaining videos. He graduated Cum Laud from Southern Utah University, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Communications.

After graduation, Rich cut his teeth (and his fingers now and again), in his home state on UMGA-TV 22, starting as a cameraman and moving up to a senior editor and ultimately an anchor. Later, Rich moved on to the WB in Salt Lake City as a weatherman and on-air host. That led to a 3-year stint on Talking Pictures as co-executive producer and co-host, before moving on to TopTenREVEWS. Ever the patriot, Rich served 9 years with the Army National Guard. He will still answer to Sergeant on occasion.

Rich has continued to play drums in various bands when time allows, such as Justice, Rawhide, Vivian's Way, and Jackwagon. And no, he's not Danny's cousin; Danny is HIS cousin!

TopTenREVIEWS also works with several contributing freelance writers and is supported by TechMediaNetwork's staff of copy editors, video producers and infographic artists. Robert Roy Britt is Chief Content Officer. See company management.