Karen Allan
About Karen Allan
Karen Allan serves as the Corporate Communications Manager at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, where she has developed a comprehensive communication strategy. With extensive experience in corporate communications, she has held various roles at Calgary Co-op and has a background in promotions and on-air hosting.
Current Role at United Farmers of Alberta
Karen Allan serves as the Corporate Communications Manager at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited since 2019. In this role, she has developed a comprehensive communication strategy that encompasses both internal and external communication plans. Allan oversees community investment initiatives, ensuring they align with the company's communication goals. She also manages crisis communications and public image strategy, effectively addressing potential public relations issues.
Previous Experience at Calgary Co-op
Prior to her current position, Karen Allan worked at Calgary Co-op in various roles. She served as the Senior Manager of Corporate Communications, Events, and Charitable Giving from 2017 to 2019. Before that, she held the position of Senior Manager of Corporate Communications from 2015 to 2017 and worked as the Communications Manager from 2010 to 2015. Her experience at Calgary Co-op contributed to her expertise in corporate communications and event management.
Early Career in Communications
Karen Allan began her career in communications at 105 CJVR - Today's Best Country, where she worked as Promotions Director and On-Air Host from 2000 to 2010. This decade-long experience in broadcasting provided her with foundational skills in communication and public engagement, which she later applied in corporate settings.
Internal Communications Specialist Role
In 2019, Karen Allan briefly held the position of Internal Communications Specialist at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited for four months. This role involved providing communications counsel to internal teams, enhancing the effectiveness of campaigns and initiatives within the organization.
Skills in Cross-Functional Collaboration
Throughout her career, Karen Allan has focused on strengthening cross-functional integration of team efforts. She promotes collaboration across different departments, ensuring that communication strategies are effectively implemented and that all teams work towards common goals.