Karen Kawanami is an accomplished professional in corporate social responsibility and community engagement, currently serving as the Manager of Disney Experiences Corporate Social Responsibility since January 2021. Prior experience includes managerial roles in international communications and environmental relations at Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products, as well as extensive tenure at The Walt Disney Company where responsibilities encompassed strategic global outreach initiatives and oversight of philanthropic programs. Kawanami's early career at Disneyland Resort included various roles in guest relations and employee engagement. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communications with a Minor in Marketing from California State University, Long Beach.