Judith A. Proffer

Vice Chair, Proffer Global Entertainment & Meteor Media Group of Companies
Oversight of Literary, Charitable Activities  

Judith oversees book publishing and charitable initiatives for Proffer Global Entertainment and the Meteor Group of companies.

Former Publisher/Associate Publisher of leading alternative newspapers LA Weekly and OC Weekly, Proffer helmed some of the most dynamic issues in alt weekly publishing history. She played a key role in launching OC Weekly, sat on the Association of Alternative Newsweekly Board of Directors, served as Vice President and Associate Publisher/West Coast for Stern Publishing, and created a series of relevant community events benefiting non-profits locally and abroad.

As founder of Magpye Media, Judith produced a topical radio show, executive produced progressive musical theatre, coached non-profits on marketing endeavors, and shared her vast knowledge of the alternative newsweekly world with her consulting services.

Co-founder of the Southern California Sun Community Newspapers, as Executive Editor Judy created three unique publications to serve the Valley communities: Studio City Sun, Sherman Oaks Sun and Encino Sun. The papers were honored by both the city and the SFV Business Journal for bringing much needed local coverage to the expansive San Fernando Valley.

Judith founded award-winning Huqua Press (HP) in 2010 as a boutique book publishing house to nurture talent and creativity ("Small Press. Big Ideas"). HP houses a diverse catalogue which includes culinary, juvenile, fiction and popular culture titles. Proffer seeks authors and works that uplift, inspire, inform, and engage. 

As an author, she has a passion for creating stories that help children better understand the world around them, with a focus on empathy and well-being. Among her award-winning titles are When We Stayed Home, Bondi & Poppy Help Heal the Planet, and Vincent (Starry, Starry Night).

Proffer was honored by both the Los Angeles Business Journal and the San Fernando Valley Business Journal as one of the leading “Women Who Make A Difference” in Southern California.  Additionally, she was honored by Friends of the Family for her family centric community work. Judith teamed with Hollywood Caterer Gwen Kenneally to establish Magpie Mini Pies, an artisanal petite pie company with proceeds benefiting local non-profits. Additionally, she has taught writing workshops to children, adults and incarcerated at-risk youths. She recently completed Bibliotherapy studies and is working on The Word Garden, both a book and a non-profit to celebrate and promote the joy and art of written communication.