Karolyn Raphael is the President & CEO of Winger Marketing, a leading B2B marketing and PR agency renowned for its innovative strategies and results-focused campaigns. She is a PR and media relations strategist who is focused on lifting up leaders and companies committed to making a positive impact in their industries and communities. Karolyn's expertise in media relations, media training, and thought leadership development has helped clients secure national recognition and measurable growth. With a career spanning three decades, Karolyn has built a reputation for delivering creative, data-backed marketing solutions that drive brand awareness and build thought leaders. Under her leadership, Winger Marketing has become a trusted partner for companies around the globe. With an all-women team of highly-experienced marketing and public relations professionals, the agency continues to set new standards for excellence in the industry. Beyond her work with Winger Marketing, Karolyn is passionate about mentoring the next generation of marketing professionals and has been a board member of the American Marketing Association Chicago for the past four years. Additionally she is a member of the Womens Presidents Organization, and the Publicity Club of Chicago. She believes in the power of collaboration, storytelling, and strategic marketing to inspire change and elevate brands. Karolyn is a frequent speaker and presenter at the Women's Business Development Center, the American Marketing Association Chicago, Chicago Build Expo, Modern Healthcare's Marketing Summit and the Womens Presidents Organization. Her media training and PR training programs have supported hundreds of organizations over the years.