kchase@capecodandtheislandsmag.com — 781.264.7652
WHO WE ARE
Cape Cod & The Islands is a locally owned, independent magazine that highlights the people, places, and experiences that make life in the region unique. Our team of experts feature stories about local people and businesses through the eyes and lenses of local talent, we cover everything from home design, art, food, outdoor activities, travel, and wellness. Cape Cod & The Islands is distributed on newsstands and in businesses throughout New England. From active and proud year-round residents to dedicated visitors, our readers rely on our publication to elevate their experience of life on the Cape and islands.
Editor-in-Chief
Kelly Chase
Kelly Chase— is a published nonfiction author and magazine editor with a decade’s worth of experience. To her, the reader experience is paramount: “A strong issue should be equal parts entertaining and informative,” she says. Kelly recruits and partners with talented writers and photographers in order to tell the most compelling stories about Cape Cod and the islands.
Editor
Jen Sperry
With over 20 years of experience in publishing, JENNIFER SPERRY has worked as both an editor and writer at a variety of luxury magazines. Her specialty is writing about architecturally significant homes, their owners, and the designers who create them. She is a native of the South Coast of Massachusetts, and enjoys playing tennis, reading, cooking, sampling wine, and playing with her two young daughters.
Art Director / Publisher
Eric Brust-Akdemir
Eric Brust— A Cape Cod enthusiast, Eric has been designing layouts for magazines since 1998. He has worked on many national and regional publications, including South Shore Home Life & Style and Cape Cod Travel Guide. His idea of a perfect day includes kayaking, hiking and exploring Cape Cod and the Islands. He lives in Sandwich with his husband, nine chickens and cats.
ericbrust@capecodandtheislandsmag.com — 617.257.2756
Managing Publisher
Fatih Akdemir
Fatih Akdemir — He is behind the scenes assisting with invoicing and billing. As well as subscriptions. Fatih lives in Sandwich and enjoys exploring Cape Cod, taking off-road trips on Sandy Neck, and taking his cats on outdoor adventures.
fatihakdemir@capecodandtheislandsmag.com — 781.502.5429
Advertising Account Executive
Patricia Allen Lornell
Patricia is a passionate supporter of local businesses and helping them grow. She resides in Sandwich Village with her family and dog.
patricia@capecodandtheislandsmag.com — 508.241.4077
Advertising Account Executive
Rebecca Banas
Rebecca Banas — joins the team with over 12 years of magazine experience working for previous publications like Chatham Magazine, Cape Cod Magazine and many more! She grew up in Orleans and truly loves the Cape. Rebecca is a passionate supporter of animals, local businesses and the arts; she helps run a gallery in Dennis Port and has been onstage in local theaters for over 30 years! Rebecca works with many local nonprofits. She currently resides in Orleans with her family and gorgeous cat.
rebecca@capecodandtheislandsmag.com — 508.825.6499
Advertising Account Executive
Kathy Rusinoski
Covering Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and the towns on the South Coast.
kathy@capecodandtheislandsmag.com — 508.971.4643