Dede J. Sutton

Dede Sutton is the Editorial Director and founder of Sutton New Media - which is the publisher of Clutch Magazine Online. After graduating with a degree in Marketing, Deanna set out to launch Clutch as a print magazine. After successfully launching as a regional magazine, she soon learned that the print publishing industry served as a bigger challenge than she expected. In 2006, Sutton saw a huge void in compelling and relevant online publications for young women of color In 2007, Sutton decided to take a risk and launch the first on-line magazine for young, contemporary women of color – Clutch. Sutton’s vision was for Clutch Magazine to become one of the leading online magazines for black women ages 18-35. With a passion for all things social media, Sutton recognizes the power and opportunity that the new media platform presents. At Sutton New Media, she is responsible for business development, marketing initiatives, and editorial and creative direction.