Karen Moraghan (left) and sister Kristen Hunter at the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach (California) Golf Links. Karen Moraghan photo
Karen Moraghan owns a formidable portfolio of success in golf, mostly behind the scenes and without a golf club in her hands.
She is president of Hunter Public Relations * Special Events, a firm she owns and operates with her sister, Kristen Hunter. Moraghan, who is widely and highly regarded for her work in media relations for destinations, resorts and clubs, apparel, equipment, events and personalities, brings her signature smile along with a detailed, creative plan to any of her projects.
“I like to think I have a pleasant nature,” said Moraghan, who formed the company in 1990. “I am the strategist while Kristen prefers to plan and execute events, including media-center operations for the PGA Tour. Of course, I’ve been accused of having OSS – Older Sister Syndrome – which means I always think I am right!”
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