Katherine Rook

Public Engagement Trainee

Katherine recently graduated from Colby College with a B.A. in Environmental Policy and a minor in Anthropology. Through her coursework and professional experience, she has developed a passion for combining narrative and strategic thinking to maximize impact, particularly in service of environmental responsibility and positive community-centered outcomes. As an Advance Associate for the White House, she supported a climate summit event for the Office of the Vice President, managing press logistics and executing communications strategy. At the Maine Recovery Advocacy Project, she translated quantitative and qualitative data into clear, audience-focused messaging to aid people in recovery across Maine. Finally, during her internship at Kekst CNC, she contributed to strategic communications projects across M&A, corporate governance, and investor relations. In her free time, Katherine enjoys hanging out with friends, growing vegetables, and going to the movies.