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Chris Pasion Managing Editor, Modern Machine Shop | Production Machining
Chris Pasion is the managing editor of Modern Machine Shop. He graduated with an M.A. in professional writing from the University of Cincinnati and joined Gardner Business Media as an editorial assistant in July 2021. He contributed as a writer to MMS’ sister brand, Products Finishing, before joining the MMS team full time in August 2022. In this position, he coordinates the publication of the print magazine, publishes news and product releases to MMS’ website and copyedits columns and other written content for the brand.
In addition to working as an editor, Chris is a freelance photographer in the Cincinnati, Ohio area.
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