Karen advises students on career search strategies and manages relationships with employers and alumni. Her broad international consulting background in both corporate and nonprofit organizations includes several years as an executive recruiter at the World Bank. Throughout her career in multiple industries, she specialized in human resources consulting, recruitment and training. Prior to joining the MiM program as Director of Career Services, Karen was an Industry Practice Lead in the MBA Career Center focused on the Energy & Cleantech, Government, Social Impact/Nonprofit, and International Development industries. At the Georgetown McDonough School of Business, Karen places particular emphasis on career clarification and supporting the career journey of international students. Fluent in French, her global perspective was enhanced by experiences as a host family, university exchange student, and expatriate. Karen holds a master’s degree from George Mason University and a bachelor’s degree from the College of William and Mary. She is a long-time resident of the DC Metro area, so be sure to ask her about local hikes, film festivals, and specialty foods.