Karen is a seasoned finance and business professional with more than 40 years of experience in residential mortgage lending, real estate investment, strategic partnerships, and entrepreneurial leadership.
Her background includes serving as Vice President of a real estate partnership with more than 600 agents, 20 loan officers, and 50 investors, including participation in early automated underwriting initiatives for FNMA, Freddie Mac, FHA, and VA lending programs. She has also been a partner in residential and commercial renovation and maintenance ventures.
Throughout her career, Karen has worked across finance, wellness, media, and emerging technologies, with a longstanding interest in innovation and alternative asset strategies. Her expertise includes corporate finance, capital relationships, residential development initiatives, and strategic growth within the real estate and investment sectors.
Karen’s professional focus is centered on building strategic relationships, supporting responsible growth opportunities, and contributing to healthier, more sustainable outcomes for individuals, businesses, and communities.