Connie Wilson, founder, publisher and editor-in-chief of the Modern Dog and Modern Cat magazines, is the 2014 recipient of Global Pet Expo’s annual ‘Excellence in Journalism and Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Industry Award’. This media-exclusive event is held in conjunction with the pet trade show Global Pet Expo, taking place 12 to 14 March at the Orange County Convention Center. The annual ‘Excellence in Journalism and Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Industry Award’ recognizes individuals in the media who have the power to influence millions of people and use this to positively promote the joys and benefits of pet ownership.