Karen Hetherington McIpr

Karen Hetherington MCIPR is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in strategic communications within the public sector. Currently serving as the Head of Environment and Rural Communications at Defra since December 2016, Karen leads campaigns and advises on various initiatives, including air quality and wildlife trade. Previous roles at the Environment Agency included National Communications Manager for Flood and Coastal Risk Communications and Head of Media, where Karen managed national campaigns and media strategies. Additional experience includes senior communications positions at the City of London and various marketing and PR firms. Karen holds a BA Hons in English/History from the University of Liverpool and an MSc in Strategic Communications Leadership from the University of Huddersfield.