Karina Martínez leads CNC Education Fund’s organization-wide communications strategy and manages the team, systems, and partnerships responsible for advancing that vision. She is an award-winning communicator specializing in strategic messaging, media engagement, public affairs, and community-focused communications. Karina has worked with organizations and senior leaders at the local, state, and national levels to shape narratives, strengthen public engagement, elevate community voices, and develop communications approaches that advance public education, advocacy, and mission-driven initiatives.

As the Communications Director, Karina brings strategic discipline, a strong understanding of public policy and community engagement, and hands-on communications experience. Her work has been recognized with some of the communications industry's leading honors, including Reed and Pollie Awards.

Karina has expertly intertwined the Latino narrative into diverse local, state, and national programs and elections across varying scales. Her pioneering efforts include spearheading groundbreaking campaigns such as "USA Tu Poder," featuring Maria Elena Salinas and Diane Guerrero, which were instrumental in driving record Latino voter turnout in 2018, and "Tortillas y Más," which adeptly disseminated critical census information to hard-to-reach populations during the COVID-19 shutdowns. Her unwavering commitment to catalyzing change within the Latino community through innovative and impactful campaigns defines her professional ethos.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Karina generously volunteers for the University of California, Los Angeles, Latino Alumni Association, and played a pivotal role in establishing the Jaquez Family Scholarship Fund alongside NBA player Jaime Jaquez Jr. Martínez attended the University of California, Los Angeles, and San Diego State University, where she received degrees in International Development and Public Health.