LINCOLNSHIRE, IL – Michaelle Bradford has been promoted to managing editor of Custom Woodworking Business and CLOSETS magazines. In her new role, Bradford will oversee the publication cycle of both publications, while continuing to write and edit features. She will report directly to Helen Kuhl, editor-in-chief of CWB and CLOSETS.

A graduate of Arkansas State University, Bradford joined the Industrial Division of Vance Publishing as classified sales manager in 2001. She moved to the editorial staff in 2004 and was promoted to associate editor in April of 2005.

“Michaelle has done a great job since shifting from her position as classified sales manager to the editorial department,” said Rich Christianson, associate publisher and editorial director. “Readers and advertisers can rest assured that the magazines will continue to be a good read and get out on time with Michaelle at the helm.”