Government and Consulting Services

About Karen Alexander Banks, LLC

Karen Alexander Banks, LLC, is an umbrella organization that blends education and entertainment to create purpose-driven, culturally relevant experiences. We serve schools, communities, women, and youth through interactive learning, creative storytelling, and entrepreneurial empowerment.

At Karen Alexander-Banks, LLC, we help government agencies, school districts, and nonprofit organizations unlock potential through the arts, education, leadership, and innovation. Our programs are rooted in storytelling, real-world skills, and cultural excellence, and are designed to produce measurable outcomes across communities.

We deliver creative, scalable solutions tailored for:

City, County, and State Government
Federal Agencies
Public and Charter School Systems
Colleges & HBCUs
Libraries, Museums, and Cultural Institutions
Military Family Support Programs

Our Credentials

40+ Years of Arts & Education Leadership
Proven statewide impact across rural and urban districts
Culturally inclusive and youth-centered programs
Woman-owned, minority-certified, South Carolina based

Education & Enrichment Services for Schools

Artpreneur in Schools: Creative residencies that place professional artists in classrooms to teach music, visual arts, dance, media, and storytelling. Aligned with academic standards and customized for grades K–12.

Youth Business & Career Readiness: Our Young Entrepreneurs Program equips youth ages 7–22 with the tools to launch businesses, build confidence, and make smart financial choices. Tied to real success stories and actionable steps.

Story-Based Literacy & Learning: We use our Auntie Karen characters to teach reading, writing, and communication through culturally rich, uplifting stories. Available with classroom guides and author read-aloud videos.

Arts-Integrated Health & Wellness: Programs like Brilliant Bodies, Brilliant Minds encourage healthy habits through movement, storytelling, and nutrition education—all designed to support the whole child.

Creative Career Pathways: Classes and workshops in content creation, podcasting, social media, graphic design, and music production that prepare youth for modern jobs in the creative and tech economy.

Capacity-Building & Consulting for Government Partners

Program Development & Strategic Planning: We help city, state, and federal partners design creative, measurable programs that engage the public and support economic growth, youth development, and cultural preservation.

Leadership & Team Building Through the Arts: Workshops that strengthen communication, build mutual trust, and improve collaboration—ideal for schools, departments, and civic teams.

Public Engagement & Event Management: Planning, promotion, and execution of impactful events: summits, public forums, youth showcases, community listening sessions, and celebrations that bring people together.

Public Campaigns & Creative Messaging: We design outreach and education campaigns using storytelling, animation, and branded characters to connect with families, youth, and communities in memorable ways.

Core Capabilities

Strategic Planning & Program Development
Artist Placement & Creative Staffing
Arts-Based Educational Initiatives
Public Awareness Campaigns
Event Production & Cultural Program Management
Original Curriculum & Content Development

Training & Workforce Development

Fair Leadership & Communication Training: Workshops focused on transparent decision-making, empathy in leadership, respectful workplace culture, and effective communication skills for cross-functional teams.

AI for Impact: Ethics, Access & Innovation: Our flagship training for educators and government staff. Teaches responsible use of AI in education, workforce development, and public service—designed for real-world application.

Cultural Storytelling & Legacy Learning: Interactive sessions that honor community history, amplify unheard voices, and promote generational pride through music, literature, and multimedia tools.

Civic Literacy & Youth Engagement: Programs that connect young people with local government, voting, history, and service learning—building tomorrow’s leaders today.

Sample Customizable Deliverables

Classroom lesson plans
Arts-integrated summer camps
Student business showcases
Author visits & speaker series
Citywide youth leadership programs
Online and in-person professional development
Community storytelling projects
Digital resource toolkits for teachers and families

Technical Profile

SC Vendor Number: 7000328327

SC Minority Certification: 2022127

DUNS Number: 120602093

NAICS Codes:

611710 – Educational Support Services

711130 – Performing Arts & Event Planning

459920 – Original Art

Production

Let’s Build Something Meaningful Together

Whether you’re looking to strengthen schools, support families, equip your team, or design a program that truly reaches your community, we’re ready to help.

Book a Discovery Call: Let’s explore how our creative solutions can help you achieve your goals.