Karen Herson

Karen Herson is the founder and president of Concepts Communications, where she leads a team known for its award-winning work on employment and workforce initiatives. Under her leadership, Concepts has developed and implemented a range of high-impact outreach campaigns and multimedia products that have helped drive the national conversation on issues of importance to American workers and families, with a focus on disability, veterans, and employment.

Karen brings to her role more than 30 years of experience in public relations and strategic communications, directing projects for various federal agencies, private-sector companies, veteran service organizations, and nonprofits. She is known for her strong commitment to building lasting partnerships and advancing client goals through effective collaboration. Karen’s unparalleled dedication and expertise shape every project, setting a standard of excellence reflected across the entire Concepts Communications team.

Before founding Concepts, Karen worked with the U.S. Marshals Services Association on state-level outreach campaigns, and with international firms supporting small business initiatives in Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.

Karen earned her bachelor’s degree in communications from The George Washington University. She is an active supporter of wounded warrior initiatives and a long-time volunteer with the American Red Cross at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She also serves on several advisory boards, including the Forbes Business Council, Black Veterans Empowerment Council, 2Gether-International, Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind, and the Colorectal Cancer Alliance.