K2 & Co

09/18/2026

K2’s Alex Saunders was proud to take part in the Shannon Open, an annual golf event supporting the fight against cystic fibrosis and honoring the legacy of Shannon Harris.

It was a great day on the course for an even greater cause!

09/16/2026

K2’s Chelsea Thompson kicked off the 2026-2027 Leadership Minnesota class with the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce last week.

The first session brought the cohort to Greater Minnesota for tours and conversations with family-owned manufacturer

09/15/2026

Happy birthday to K2 co-founder Kirsten Kukowski!

Kirsten has built a career around cutting through the noise, finding the message that matters, and moving it with purpose. As our clients know, she brings sharp instincts, clear direction, and a get-it-done approach to everything she does.

We’re grateful for her leadership! Help us in wishing her a happy birthday!

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the 2,977 innocent lives lost 25 years ago on this day. We also honor the first responders who ran toward danger with incredible courage and sacrifice.

We will never forget the bravery shown by so many on one of our nation’s darkest days.

"I’ll never forget 9/11, it was the first week of my senior year of high school and we had just taken our senior class photo when we were told what happened. I had a bunch of independent studies that year and I spent the entire morning in the library glued to NBC News. I was already pretty politically aware but that morning shaped me. I started paying attention to the world and politics in a different way starting that day and it’s likely a big reason why I do the work I do." -Kirsten Kukowski

"I was in my second year of college when our professor dismissed class after the first plane hit the World Trade Center. I remember being glued to the TV in our dorm, scared for our country and heartbroken for the families impacted. That day changed the direction of my life. My plans to someday study abroad changed, and I became more politically and civically engaged. Looking back, this day played a large role in shaping my career and why I feel so strongly about doing meaningful work for our country." -Kristen Sheehan

09/10/2026

Deepfakes and AI-generated content are changing the political rapid response playbook, and campaigns cannot afford to figure out their plan after false content is already moving online.

Learn more here:

Campaigns cannot afford to figure out their plan after false content is already moving online.

09/08/2026

The K2 team had a great Labor Day Weekend. Well everyone except for Justin’s cat, Peanut…

Who else went to the state fair? 🎡

09/08/2026

Still looking for the login?

For many associations and nonprofits, the biggest challenges are not always the mission or the vision. They are the behind-the-scenes details that keep the organization running.

Kristen Sheehan shares how professional association management can bring more structure, consistency, and support to the day-to-day work, giving leaders more time to focus on what matters most.

https://www.k2andcompany.com/is-your-association-ready-for-professional-management/

09/04/2026

You can spot a “committee-approved” sentence from a mile away.

It may be safe, and it may even be technically right, but if it sounds like no actual human would say it, people are going to keep scrolling.

Kristin Collins writes about why strong communication does not have to choose between strategy and authenticity. The best messages can be thoughtful, polished, and still feel real.

Strong communication does not have to choose between strategy and authenticity. The best messages can be thoughtful, polished, and still feel real.

09/02/2026

If any of these questions feel a little too familiar, it may be time to bring in professional management.

Associations and nonprofits should not have to operate in constant scramble mode. From board support and financial reporting to events, member communication, and day-to-day operations, the right partner can help bring structure to the work behind the scenes.

More from Kristen Sheehan here: https://www.k2andcompany.com/is-your-association-ready-for-professional-management/

08/31/2026

If your nonprofit or association has ever asked, “Who has the login?” this one is for you.

K2 Partner Kristen Sheehan shares the signs that it may be time for professional association management, from clearer financials and stronger member communication to smoother events and better accountability.

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If your nonprofit or association has ever asked, “Who has the login?” this one is for you.