Karleen Arnink-Pate, Chief Revenue Officer, The Press Democrat News Group

As Chief Revenue Officer of The Press Democrat News Group, Karleen brings four decades of experience leading growth and innovation across a diverse range of media organizations—from large national companies to local community publishers. Throughout her career, she has been driven by two core missions: 1) to fund and sustain credible, high-quality journalism that makes a difference. 2) to guide local businesses in developing smart, effective marketing strategies.

Her expertise spans every corner of the media landscape, helping businesses navigate today’s rapidly evolving marketing world with creativity and confidence. She loves nothing more than brainstorming bold ideas—and then rolling up her sleeves to turn them into impactful, measurable solutions. Whether it’s digital, print, or experiential marketing, she will find the most effective ways for her partners to reach and engage their best customers.

Karleen is also the proud founder of Sonoma County Women in Conversation, a community series that for over a decade has brought together inspiring women and thought leaders. Her work has been recognized with numerous honors, including Gannett’s prestigious President’s Ring Award and Top Women in Media by Folio: in the Change-Maker category. Participating on professional and community boards has been a consistent part of Karleen’s connection to community, and currently she is the Chairman of the North Bay Leadership Council’s Executive Committee and serves on the Board of Directors for the Petaluma Arts Center.

Recognized as a collaborative, high-energy leader, She is passionate about motivating teams, fostering open communication, and creating an environment where people can do their best work—and have fun doing it. Karleen leads with integrity, and makes a point to mentor and champion others, helping them grow their own careers in this ever-changing industry