How Bilen Mesfin Packwood Is Championing Racial Justice Through Strategic Communications

FEATURED ARTICLE ON NASQUAD | NOV 9, 2023

Bilen Mesfin Packwood, the Founder and CEO of Change Consulting, is dedicated to advancing racial justice and social change through strategic communications. Established in 2009, Change Consulting has emerged as a vital force in supporting change makers to amplify their voices and drive transformative action.

Bilen’s path to entrepreneurship was an unexpected one. She transitioned from an early career in journalism to advocacy-driven work and ultimately built a team of 13 dedicated communications experts working toward the same goals. With a focus on dismantling systems that harm communities of color, Change Consulting’s work extends far beyond traditional communication strategies. They aim to build a range of complementary services, fostering learning opportunities and innovation to drive lasting impact in the fight for racial justice and equality. Bilen’s dedication to this mission and her leadership continue to shape a more just world.