UGA alumni, Sandy Springs native Hayden Sumlin joins Appen Media staff

Appen Media Group announced Sept. 18 that Hayden Sumlin will join its staff as a reporter. Sumlin will cover local governments and businesses in Dunwoody, Sandy Springs and Roswell. He will report to Carl Appen, director of content and development, and he will be based in Alpharetta.

“It’s always great when we can get someone skilled on board who grew up in the area,” Appen said in a statement. “Hayden is bringing the drive and familiarity we need to dig deeper with that local coverage.”

Sumlin graduated from the University of Georgia Franklin College of Arts and Sciences in December 2022 with a major in philosophy. During his time at UGA, Sumlin took courses exploring analytical philosophy, continental philosophy and political science. After graduating, Sumlin held a newsroom internship with the Marietta Daily Journal.

“I am someone who is passionate about revitalizing American journalism,” Sumlin said. “Although I was not a Grady College student, I hope that my experience writing as an undergraduate and as an intern can translate well at Appen Media.”