Karen Lester

Karen Lester has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Karen currently works as a Senior Consultant at Comprend, starting in March 2022. Before that, they worked as an Account Director at Seven Consultancy from April 2021 to March 2022.

Between 2017 and 2021, Karen served as the Head of Comms (Comms Lead) at RNID, where they oversaw a team of four and delivered robust and strategic brand-led communications. Karen'sresponsibilities included managing PR, external and internal comms, as well as handling risk and reputational management. Karen also led major change comms initiatives, such as a rebrand and organizational restructure.

From 2010 to 2017, Karen worked as a Content and Communications Consultant for various clients, providing strategic communication support in areas such as public relations, brand, and content marketing. Karen also continued to write and commission for multiple print and digital publications during this time.

Karen's earlier experiences include working as a Deputy Communications Manager at Time Inc. UK from 2013 to 2015, where they contributed to internal comms strategies and external-facing projects. Prior to that, they served as a Commissioning Editor at News UK from 2008 to 2010 and at NOW Magazine from 2006 to 2008, where they managed teams, developed editorial strategies, and launched online platforms. In their earlier career at Time Inc. from 2002 to 2006, Karen worked as a Corporate Comms Executive, overseeing internal comms initiatives and implementing communications for major corporate change programs.

Throughout their career, Karen has gained extensive experience working with senior leaders and stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.

Karen Lester studied at the University of Birmingham, where they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Joint Honours, focusing on French and Spanish. Prior to their university education, Karen attended Haberdashers' Aske's School for Girls, where they completed their A levels in History, Spanish, and French. Karen also attended Haberdashers' Girls' School at an undisclosed period, but no specific degree or field of study information is available for this institution.