Kathleen Strand

Kathleen Strand is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in public affairs and strategic engagement across various sectors. Currently serving as Head of Communications at Builders Vision since February 2021, Strand previously held leadership roles at McDonald's, including Director of U.S. Campaigns and Strategies, and Director of U.S. Government Relations. Strand's career also includes significant contributions at McKinsey & Company as Head of External Relations, where oversight of public affairs for the Midwest region was a key responsibility. Other notable positions include Director of Government Relations & Public Affairs at The Coca-Cola Company, Deputy Communications Director for Mayor Rahm Emanuel, and Senior Communications Advisor for multiple state campaigns for Senator Hillary Clinton. Strand graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a BA in Journalism, Political Science, and Spanish.