Joined newsPRos in 2022 | 21 years in the industry
Kara specializes in elevating law firm brands and profiles through targeted strategies for awards put forward by legal, business and industry trade media outlets. She manages several hundred submission opportunities across the U.S. and globally. Drawing on her extensive experience in the legal industry, Kara analyzes historical data, tracks a range of nomination opportunities, oversees event sponsorships, and supports various marketing initiatives tied to awards and recognitions. Her career includes senior content roles at multiple AmLaw 100 firms, where she focused on continuity of brand through the development of lawyer biographies and award submissions.
Kara holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and a J.D. from Mitchell Hamline School of Law.
Specializations/Key Strengths
- Awards, Recognitions & Survey Management
- Submission Writing & Content Development
- Event Sponsorship Strategy
Fun fact
Former farm girl, who enjoys reading (especially historical fiction) and live theatre (Broadway whenever possible), camping with her hubby and son, collecting shoes and hats, and baking her family’s favorite, secret poundcake.