Karen Garnik, APR
30 years of professional experience in all areas of Strategic Communications
PR License # 336
APR Accredited by the Universal Accreditation Board and PRSA. MA, Communications, University of Barcelona
Strong Media relations network in Puerto Rico and the U.S.
Expanded network of professional relationships with the private and public sector in Puerto Rico, the US and Latin America
Successful career track record in government, public relations agency work and independent consulting in Puerto Rico & US
Former Director of Rums of Puerto Rico, CMO – PRIDCO and Director of the P.R. Government Office in NYC
Former Senior Vice President and General Manager for CIMA/Edelman Puerto Rico, exclusive Edelman affiliate for Caribbean region. Reported to Edelman LATAM and worked closely with DC & NY Offices
Fluent in English, Spanish & Portuguese, working knowledge of French
Board Member of Fundación Comunitaria de Puerto Rico & Mentes Puertorriqueñas en Acción
Coach and Mentor of young entrepreneurs and start up projects in Puerto Rico
Member of PRSA’s Silver Anvil & Bronze Anvil Awards Judging Panel for Public Relations Top Industry professional accolades in the US
President (2019-2021) for Asociación de Relacionistas Profesionales de Puerto Rico
PRSA International Delegate-at-Large 2020-2021