Talk Tactics was co-founded by higher education professors and experienced business owners Dr. Candice Karako and Kaylee Lindgren, ABD, who are passionate about helping mission-driven organizations communicate with clarity, consistency, and confidence.
With over 30 years of combined experience, Candice and Kaylee have taught communication, leadership, and media strategy at the college level while building and running businesses of their own. They understand how to turn ideas into action—and how strategic communication drives real results.
Talk Tactics was created to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application. Whether working with small businesses, private schools, nursing homes, or churches, they bring a values-driven, practical approach that empowers clients to lead with purpose and communicate with impact.
With over 20 years of experience turning complex challenges into clear, actionable strategies, Dr. Candice Hassell Karako—known as Doc. C—is a leader in communication, leadership development, and organizational strategy.
She’s the co-founder of Talk Tactics, a communication consulting firm helping organizations grow through strategic planning, authentic connection, and impactful messaging.
Doc. C holds degrees in English, Mass Communication, and Communication from the University of Virginia, Norfolk State University, and Regent University. Her work blends the creativity of a writer, the precision of a strategist, and the heart of a teacher.
Her career spans public relations, project management, higher education, and executive coaching. She has served in leadership roles including Director and VP of Operations, where she focused on scaling teams and streamlining systems.
Doc. C empowers leaders and teams to communicate with clarity, lead with empathy, and drive meaningful change with confidence.
With over a decade of experience in education, entrepreneurship, and leadership, Kaylee Lindgren is a dynamic communicator and co-founder of Talk Tactics, a consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations grow through clear messaging, strategic storytelling, and values-driven communication.
Her career began as a flight attendant instructor, where she taught high-pressure communication rooted in empathy, clarity, and precision. Kaylee later served as an activities director in a nursing home, where she witnessed the power of emotional intelligence in building trust and connection.
She went on to launch a successful online boutique, gaining hands-on experience in branding, marketing, and audience engagement—skills she now brings to her consulting and teaching.
As a college professor, Kaylee has taught communication courses at ECPI University, Hampton University, and Laurel Ridge Community College. She holds a master’s in Strategic Communication and is completing her doctorate in 2025. Her work centers on helping others communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose.