Kroll Hires Karen Laureano Rikardsen As Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Apr 26, 2024•about 1 year ago
Position
Cyber Risk Practice Leader
Company
Kroll
Description
Kroll, a risk and financial advisory consulting firm, has appointed Karen Laureano-Rikardsen as chief marketing and communications officer. In her new role, Laureano-Rikardsen will oversee Kroll's marketing strategies, internal and external communications, as well as financial communications, corporate reputation, crisis and issues management, and corporate affairs activities. She will work closely with CEO Jacob Silverman and chief growth officer Rachel Posner to drive the firm's growth and brand affinity and awareness.
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