Karla Virgen is a recent graduate of California State University, Long Beach, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and a minor in Marketing. Before joining VKPR, she gained professional communications experience as an intern with CBS News and Stations, supporting media monitoring, writing and research across 15 stations. She also developed hands-on PR experience through Azul PR Agency and PRSSA Long Beach, where she served as vice president. Outside of work, she enjoys live music, shopping and discovering new food spots.