Mitchell Horner, Associate Digital Editor
mitchell.horner@firecrown.com
Mitchell Horner joined Trains.com in October of 2022. In 2024, he shifted his focus to Trains.com exclusively, where he has participated in the direction of editorial efforts for multiple brands, including Model Railroader and Classic Trains, in addition to regularly composing articles for Trains.com.
Mitchell came to Trains.com as a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he received degrees in Film Studies and English. While in university, Mitchell worked as an undergraduate researcher for the department chair of Film Studies, and penned a film industry column for a Milwaukee newspaper. When not editing and writing, Mitchell enjoys long-distance running and watching movies.
Mitchell lives in Chicago with his wife and their two cats.
Lucas Iverson, Assistant Digital Editor
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Lucas Iverson joined Trains.com as a staff writer in October 2022, and has penned articles for Trains, Classic Toy Trains, and Model Railroader.
Iverson’s passion in railroading began at an early age, starting with Thomas the Tank Engine and Tracks Ahead on PBS, which continues to grow and evolve. Iverson is a Wisconsin native and University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh graduate. His studies in Radio-TV-Film and communications paved the way for a career in TV broadcasting and now at Trains.com.
Iverson’s first career position was as a technical media operator for Lansing, Mich.’s CBS affiliate, WLNS-TV. A major highlight of his time there included directing fast-paced newscasts broadcasted throughout mid-Michigan from early mornings to late nights. Iverson regularly volunteered at the Steam Railroading Institute in Owosso, Mich. The Institute is home to Pere Marquette No. 1225, a 2-8-4 Berkshire-type steam locomotive whose sounds and likeness were included in the 2004 animated film, The Polar Express.
While with the Institute, he oversaw the digital outreach to members, volunteers, and the public through the organization’s revamped website and expanded social media presence.
Lucas assumed the role of assistant digital editor for Trains.com in November of 2025.
Lisa M. Schroeder, Assistant Design Director
lisa.schroeder@firecrown.com
Monica Freitag, Editorial Assistant
monica.freitag@firecrown.com
