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Trey Barrineau’s Biography

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Trey Barrineau is an experienced editor and writer in the Washington, D.C., area. His work has appeared in USA TODAY and elsewhere, and it's been highlighted by The Atlantic, Slate, Yale Environment 360, and other publications.

Trey is an editor at AARP, where he works on content for AARP.org's Members Edition. He started there in June 2024.

From August 2023 to May 2024, Trey was a research editor with the Institute for Justice (IJ), a nonprofit, public interest law firm that frequently argues…

Trey Barrineau’s Journalist Portfolio

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Our 'Young Frankenstein' Quiz is a Roll in Ze Hay | Members Only

Our 'Young Frankenstein' Quiz is a Roll in Ze Hay | Members Only

'Young Frankenstein,' the iconic monster-movie spoof staring Gene Wilder, celebrates its 50th anniversary. Ho…

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Our circle is kind of square to Colbert

Our circle is kind of square to Colbert

USA TODAY's response to Stephen Colbert's "anger" at our new round logo, Sept. 20, 2012.

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Albert Brooks: All mediums well done USATODAY.com

Albert Brooks: All mediums well done USATODAY.com

Headline for a profile of the actor/writer/comedian.

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Kanye West's 'Twisted Fantasy' contains a beautiful reality - USATODAY.com

Kanye West's 'Twisted Fantasy' contains a beautiful reality - USATODAY.com

Headline for a review of the hip-hop artist's album.

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'Pirate': Not really musical theater's finest 'arrrr!' - USATODAY.com

'Pirate': Not really musical theater's finest 'arrrr!' - USATODAY.com

Headline for a stage review on a badly received Broadway musical.

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They were never born, but they'll live forever - USATODAY.com

They were never born, but they'll live forever - USATODAY.com

Headline for a fun story fictitious characters.

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Articles

These Farms Have Deep Roots in America’s Past

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By Trey Barrineau Verified, Sophia Moten, Caroline Gutman
| AARP
As the United States turns 250, multigenerational families wake up before dawn every day to work on farms that are older than the nation itself. And while these farms have survived decades of change and upheaval, their future is far from guaranteed.
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Suburbs, Office Space and – Peanut Butter?

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By Trey Barrineau Verified, Jennifer LeFurgy, Ken Simonson
| Development Magazine Verified
In September, NAIOP brought together national research directors and academics for an in-depth discussion of the future of the office in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The NAIOP Research Foundation held its National Research Directors Meeting in September during CRE.Converge in Miami Beach.
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Chapter Profile NAIOP New Mexico

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By Trey Barrineau Verified, Jennifer LeFurgy, Ken Simonson, Hilary Atzrott Hamburg
| Development Magazine Verified
Two long-serving executives (and spouses) who are retiring reflect on their time at the head of the organization. For more than two decades, NAIOP New Mexico’s 232 members and 144 member companies have been led by the husband-and-wife team of Lynne Andersen and John Gallegos (Lynne has served as chapter president for 26 years; John has been vice president for 21 years). They are retiring at the end of 2021.
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Interview

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What was your first job as a journalist?

Sports reporter, Hickory Daily Record, Hickory, N.C.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, but never for work.

How is social media changing news?

Social media is making news personal and sharable, which encourages people to become immersed in stories.

Awards

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Tabbie Awards

2023 - Best Single Issue

Honorable Mention, Summer 2022 issue of NAIOP's Development magazine

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Silver Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, Azbee Awards of Excellence

2023 - Individual Profile

"A 'Calming Presence' at the Helm"

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2022 - Bronze Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, News Analysis

"The Vaccines are Here. What Happens Next?"

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2022 - Bronze Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, Q&A

"Suburbs, Edge Cities and Santa Fe: A Conversation with Joel Garreau."

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Jesse H. Neal Awards

2021 - National Finalist, Best Single Issue of a Tabloid/Newspaper/Magazine

"Special Issue: COVID-19."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2021 - Finalist, Magazine of the Year

Honored for three consecutive issues of Development magazine focused on the impacts of COVID-19 on commercial real estate.

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2021 - National Gold Medal and Mid-Atlantic Region Gold Medal, Single-Topic Coverage by a Team

"Special Issue: COVID-19."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2021 - National Bronze Medal and Mid-Atlantic Region Silver Medal, Feature Series

"COVID-19's Impact on Commercial Real Estate."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2021 - Bronze Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, Trade Show/Conference Coverage

"I.CON Virtual Conference."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2020 - National Bronze Medal and Mid-Atlantic Region Silver Medal, Single-Topic Coverage by a Team

"Technology Disrupts Commercial Real Estate."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2020 - Bronze Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, Trade Show/Conference Coverage

"NAIOP's CRE.Converge 2019 in Los Angeles." ​

American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2019 - Bronze Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, News Analysis

"Drugs in the Workplace: An Issue of Substance."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2019 - Bronze Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, Technical Article

"The Factory of the Future."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2018 - National Bronze Medal and Mid-Atlantic Region Gold Medal

"Lights Out for Energy Star? It Could Happen..."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2018 - Silver Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, Single-Topic Coverage By a Team

"Robotics, Automation and More."

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Jesse H. Neal Awards

2017 - National Finalist, Best News Coverage

"Venezuela Seizes U.S. Glass Factory."

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American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence

2016 - Silver Medal, Mid-Atlantic Region, Feature Article-General Interest

"Where Have All the Workers Gone?"

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On Point Award

2014

Recognized as part of the team of writers who launched Entertain This, USA TODAY's hugely successful pop-culture blog.

Hainer Awards

Best print headline in USA TODAY for July 2014. Best print headline in USA TODAY for May 2014. Best print headline in USA TODAY for December 2013. Prior to that, a 13-time winner in USA TODAY's monthly Hainer Awards competition from 2001-2006.

Best of USA TODAY

2009

Part of a team recognized for exceptional deadline coverage of the death of Michael Jackson.

Best of USA TODAY

2008

Part of a team recognized for exceptional deadline coverage of the Oscars.