Karén Gyulbudaghyan

Karén Gyulbudaghyan is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategic leadership and advisory roles across various sectors. Currently serving as an Executive Board Member of the National Council for Science and Technology Development in Armenia, Karén contributes to the nation's scientific and technological advancement. As a Founding Partner at Strategic Value Ventures and the Founder of Ground Zero, a venture cafe in Armenia, Karén fosters innovation and support for startups. Additional roles include Ambassador and Key Advisor at SkyDeck Berkeley, where Karén connects high-quality startups with resources, and strategic advisory positions at BIGcontrols and previous tenure as Director of Strategic Partnerships at Yahoo! Inc. Karén's career began with significant roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and the California State Board of Equalization, and educational credentials include degrees from prestigious institutions such as Stanford University and Yerevan State University.