#6: In this episode, we chat with Kareen Atkinson, Senior Director of Communications of the New York City Department of Education. We dive into her career arc and how that’s evolved into her expansive role at the DOE; The marriage between internal and external comms, and how her team cascades a message across a myriad of audiences; Why every Communicator needs to read to expand their perspective, and the value of ‘range’ and agility for creativity & diversity of thought; Plus, the partnership of tech and AI across strategy setting and storytelling. Disclaimer: Kareen Atkinson wishes to express that she is speaking in her personal capacity and not on behalf of the New York City Department of Education.