Karen Lewis

Karen Lewis is a strategic communications expert and Founder of Going Public PR (GPPR), a firm dedicated to helping organizations, brands, and leaders elevate their visibility, strengthen engagement, and maximize impact through meaningful communication. Passionate about connecting people, ideas, and opportunities, Karen leverages strategic storytelling and relationship-building to drive positive change and deliver thoughtful, results-oriented solutions.

With more than 25 years of experience in marketing and communications, Karen has developed extensive expertise in crafting compelling narratives, designing effective communication strategies, and cultivating impactful partnerships across diverse sectors. She believes that communication is more than messaging—it is a catalyst for transformation, action, and sustainable growth. Through GPPR, she champions innovative communication approaches that help organizations build stronger brands, deepen connections, and create lasting influence. Karen is particularly committed to collaborating with like-minded professionals, thought leaders, and changemakers who share a common vision for advancing meaningful impact through strategic communications.

Karen earned her Karen earned her BA in Legal Studies, with a minor in Accounting at the University of California at Berkeley, and her professional background and credentials continue to inform her strategic approach to communications, leadership, and community engagement.