Karen Epperson is an account executive for Desmond McLeish, Inc.’s Costa Mesa Office. In this capacity, Karen builds relationships with reporters, handles client relations, secures media placements, writes press materials and contributes to the development of campaign strategy.

Karen’s experience includes management and planning of high profile events, conducting media outreach and securing placements in local, trade and national publications, as well as television and radio. She works with clients in real estate, workforce and economic development, manufacturing, healthcare, entertainment and technology.

A published author, Epperson holds a Bachelor of the Arts degree from California States University, Fullerton with an emphasis in Public Relations. She is affiliated with Public Relations Society Association (PRSA) and is the recipient of the Laura Min Jackson Award of Excellence.