TAYN Ep. 72 - Kalen Ost

TAYN Ep. 72 - Kalen Ost

From These Are Your Neighbors by Bismarck Human Relations Committee

December 30, 2025 · 34 min

About this episode

Kalen Ost discusses his experience in communication and storytelling across various sectors.

Kalen Ost is a seasoned communicator with a passion for crafting compelling narratives that drive engagement, build trust, and support organizational goals. With a strong foundation in content development and stakeholder engagement while delving more into strategic communications, Kalen brings a thoughtful and creative approach to projects. Throughout a career spanning journalism, marketing and now government communications sectors, he helps teams translate complex ideas into accessible communications. Known for his collaborative spirit and attention to detail, Kalen excels at aligning messaging with mission—whether through internal communications, public relations, or digital content strategy. In his current role, Kalen partners closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to develop communication plans that support significant initiatives, enhance employee experience, and strengthen organizational identity. His work often includes writing executive messaging, managing multi-channel campaigns, and advising on tone, voice, and brand consistency. A graduate of MPCG, Kalen received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Writing from Dickinson State University, before working for The…

People in this episode

Guest: Kalen Ost

Topics covered

  • communication
  • storytelling
  • organizational goals
  • content development
  • stakeholder engagement

Keywords

  • communication
  • narratives
  • engagement
  • public relations
  • digital content strategy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bismarck Human Relations Committee, Dickinson State University, The Dickinson Press, Jamestown Sun, Anne Carlsen Center, Dakota Staffing, Farm and Ranch Guide, Bis-Man Transit, City of Bismarck

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