Karen Strack

Karen Strack is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in strategic planning, operations, and brand strategy across multiple industries. Currently, as Principal at Hazel's Gone Fishing, Strack focuses on helping organizations achieve their goals through creativity and leadership. As a Founding Member of Chief, Strack actively promotes women in leadership roles. Previously, Strack served as SVP of Transformation at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, where innovative business strategies were developed to enhance profitability and shareholder value. Strack's career includes significant roles at Barnes & Noble, Toys R Us, and Gap Inc., demonstrating a strong background in management and operational excellence. Strack holds degrees from Stanford University, UCLA Anderson School of Management, and The Wharton School, emphasizing executive leadership and engineered standards.