Founder
With 23 years navigating every corner of the research ecosystem, from society and commerical publishers to university presses, libraries to tech platforms, Lou Peck brings a rare, panoramic view of what journal impact really means. As CEO of The International Bunch, she’s seen firsthand that “impact” isn’t a single metric or a one-size-fits-all formula; it’s shaped by mission, community, and context. Lou’s known for cutting through jargon and offering practical, evidence-based strategies that editors can actually use. She’s a champion for accessibility and inclusion, and she’s not afraid to challenge industry assumptions, whether it’s about what counts as “quality” or how we measure influence.