The Aspen Institute

Lorelle Atkinson is the Vice President for Communications and Marketing at the Aspen Institute where she leads the in-house communications agency for the public policy programs and oversees the strategic and editorial direction of the Institute’s marketing and brand initiatives. She also leads communications for the Aspen Partnership for an Inclusive Economy, a $30+ million initiative with Mastercard and Prudential.

Previously, she led Congressional and Public Affairs at the Millennium Challenge Corporation during the Obama administration, steering global media relations, executive communications, high-profile government initiatives like Power Africa and Let Girls Learn, and allocating over $1 billion in annual federal grants worldwide. As the founder of LCA Consulting, Lorelle’s strategic counsel elevated the brands of civil rights and global development organizations, pushing their missions forward and expanding their reach.

With deep experience across policy, communications, advocacy, and brand leadership, Lorelle is passionate about driving results for mission-driven organizations. A Texas native, she now calls Northern Virginia home and serves on the Washington Women in Public Relations board.