Courtney Daniel is the Chief of Communications & External Affairs for the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence. She has a proven track record in strategic communication, team leadership and stakeholder engagement. Her background includes directing integrated communications for nationally recognized campaigns, overseeing communication strategies at the Council of State Governments, serving as a communications and policy advisor for the Legislative Research Commission in Kentucky, and playing a pivotal role in policy and communications for the Kentucky Governor's Office of Early Childhood. At the Prichard Committee, she spearheads a highly-skilled team that works to develop innovative communication strategies, enhance digital outreach, build strong relationships with key stakeholders, and effectively convey the Committee's mission and goals to a broader audience.