K. McArthur Mentor 2010

Describe yourself briefly.

McArthur has worked in design and communications for fifteen years and loves to create smart blends of aesthetics and effective ideas. Along the way she has fundraised, organized, and developed on behalf of hundreds of non-profits and favorite causes. At Free Range, she managed the organizational growth from a small, two-person design studio to a highly prestigious, 28-person strategic communications firm with offices in two cities. Currently, as one of the firm’s owners, McArthur leads Free Range’s business development and client relations team. Her communications background, business acumen and non-profit experience combine to make her a valuable asset to any communications project and a sought-after consultant and speaker. Among other venues, she has spoken at Harvard Medical School’s New Media Forum, American University’s “Filmmakers for Conservation” event on new media and environmental issues, AIGA’s Design Unbound, University of Michigan’s Penny W. Stamp’s Distinguished Visitors Program, and The BYU Marriott School of Management. Driven by her passion for real world change, McArthur continues to push Free Range’s level of service and commitment to quality.