The charitable foundation associated with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle engaged a public relations professional named Lilyveld, who previously worked alongside Michelle Obama in the public arena. Reports indicate that the foundation funded Lilyveld’s services as strategic support for a public relations function that backs socially impactful initiatives and nonprofit projects. According to these accounts, the collaboration appears to place a spotlight on how high-profile figures leverage communications expertise to advance causes with broad social significance, rather than merely managing image.
Katie Lilyveld’s career includes a period from 2007 to 2011 during which she supported Michelle Obama. Her portfolio also comprises public relations work for Hillary Clinton and for John Kerry during his presidential campaigns, underscoring a track record of advising prominent political figures and campaigns. The public record suggests that Lilyveld’s involvement spans multiple administrations and competitive races, illustrating a strategy of aligning communications talent with influential political actors and initiatives.
Media commentary has speculated that the partnership between the foundation and a political communications agency may reflect Meghan Markle’s ongoing interest in engaging with national policy issues and governance processes. In 2021, Meghan Markle authored a letter to members of the US Congress advocating for paid maternity leave that includes provisions applicable to both parents, an issue tied to family policy and social welfare debates.
Earlier reporting noted a defamation dispute involving Meghan Markle and Samantha Markle, Meghan’s half-sister, which concluded with a resolution in Meghan’s favor according to coverage at the time.