Kimberly Bernhardt is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in strategic communications across various leading organizations. Currently serving as Senior Executive of Strategic Communications at The Lede Company since April 2024, Kimberly previously held the position of Chief Communications Officer at TheMessenger from December 2022 to April 2024, where a comprehensive communications strategy was crafted to launch a high-profile news startup. As Executive Vice President of Communications at Bustle Digital Group from January 2019 to December 2022, oversight of corporate, brand, and internal communications was key during significant growth through acquisition. Kimberly's prior roles include Senior Vice President of Communications at Condé Nast, Executive Vice President at Edelman, and Executive Director at Golin, as well as positions at PMK•BNC, Rubenstein Communications, and Maclaurin Media. Kimberly Bernhardt holds a BA(Hons) in Politics & Sociology from the University of the West of England.
