Karen Taylor

Karen Taylor, CDMP, CDMS-S, serves as the Partner and Chief Marketing Officer at Mekanic, focusing on purpose-driven marketing and brand development for nonprofits and associations. With over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit and association sectors, Karen excels in crafting compelling narratives and marketing strategies that foster community impact. Previous roles include Marketing Committee Chair at FAR, overseeing strategic marketing initiatives, and Head of Marketing at Vault Consulting, where Karen demonstrated a passion for promoting nonprofit services. Karen's early career at Veris Consulting included multiple leadership positions, notably directing marketing and research efforts during a significant rebrand. Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government & International Politics from George Mason University.