Karen Bates

Karen Bates, MS, PMP, CSM, SA, is an accomplished technology executive with over two decades of experience in program management and engineering leadership across various industries. As Vice President of Technology Services and Program Management at MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc., Karen directed a portfolio of 30+ transformative IT projects, significantly reducing costs by 60%. At Intuit, Karen built and led a team responsible for the development of the Web-TurboTax product, driving digital transformation. Currently serving as Senior Technical Program Manager at Dell Technologies, Karen leads enterprise-wide transformation initiatives focused on operational efficiency and innovation. Previously held positions include Senior Director of Engineering at ARS National Services, Director of Engineering Services at ID Analytics, and Senior Manager of Technical Project Management at TD Waterhouse Capital Markets. Karen holds advanced degrees from the University of Essex, University of Wisconsin Stout Graduate School, and the University of Wisconsin-Stout.