Karen Hilyard, Director
Using behavioral science and wide-ranging practical experience, Karen has been solving problems and achieving goals for clients in business, government, academia, non-profits, and politics for more than 20 years.
A sought-after strategic consultant and content creator, Karen directs communication and marketing campaigns that change behavior, sell products, and transform opinions. As a trained master facilitator, she leads results-oriented strategy sessions and trainings for organizations like the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, the American Meteorological Society, the Georgia Division of Public Health, and the Army & Air Force National Guard. Karen is known for her interactive, engaging style, and CDC recently termed her evaluations “exceptional.”
Formerly on the faculty at the University of Georgia (UGA) College of Public Health, Karen is also an Emmy-winning former CNN producer and former public relations executive in New York City and Central Kentucky.
Our associates and affiliates
A carefully curated team of specialists helps augment our staffing, allowing Twig to be agile and efficient in meeting your strategic communication, facilitation, training, and research needs. For each client engagement, we draw from our roster of top-notch talent to meet the specific needs of the project.