Karen has over 15 years’ experience in qualitative research with a wide variety of audiences, strategic communication planning, creative direction, media planning, digital strategies, and content development. Her work has addressed substance abuse prevention, sexual health, obesity prevention, and other public health challenges, targeting consumers, professionals, and policymakers. Karen has consulted for state and local public health departments, federal agencies, hospitals, and community-based coalitions. She holds a master’s degree in Health Communication from Emerson College in