Nish (Karen) Nishimura is a Los Angeles-based author, playwright, and digital content producer with deep roots in the entertainment industry. Over the years, she has crafted numerous online advertising campaigns and promotions for major brands, including Disney Online, Sony Pictures, Mattel, and CBS. A devoted music enthusiast, Nish crossed paths with renowned Wrecking Crew session musician and jazz club owner Don Randi at his iconic venue, the Baked Potato. Their meeting led to a collaboration that resulted in Nish’s debut book, You’ve Heard These Hands, a biography of Randi. Currently, she is engaged in writing short plays, developing a new book, and producing a series of engaging and uplifting podcasts. A native Angeleno, Nish is a proud supporter of Los Angeles’s vibrant creative arts scene, as well as a dedicated advocate for local theater groups and civic initiatives.