Karen Hatley

Karen Hatley, Ph.D., is an accomplished educator and facilitator with extensive experience in global missions and leadership development. Currently serving as an Associate and Lead Trainer at International Partnering Associates since 2005, Hatley also contributes as a Facilitator at Development Associates International, focusing on interactive adult education for graduate students from developing nations. With a role as Global Support for Beyond - Transforming Unreached Peoples since 2011, Hatley stimulates international collaboration and trains church staff and missionary candidates. As an instructor for Perspectives on the World Christian Movement, Hatley has taught numerous classes with exceptional ratings. Previous positions include Director of Global Connections at the Baptist General Convention of Texas and Director of International Connections at WorldconneX Missions Network. With a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies from Dallas Baptist University, a Master of Divinity from Baylor University, and a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication from Texas State University, Hatley's educational background complements a diverse career that bridges academia and global outreach.