Karen Ruble

Karen Ruble is an experienced professional in the fields of toxicology, regulatory affairs, and product safety, currently serving as the Director of Global PSRA at Eastman since January 2022. Previously held positions include Global PSRA Manager at Eastman, Regulatory Affairs Manager at Elkem Silicones, and Biocompatibility Manager at Apple. Karen's extensive background spans over three decades, with significant roles such as Associate Director of Global Product Safety at Kimberly-Clark and Principal Scientist at Schering-Plough HealthCare Products. Academic credentials include a PhD in Biochemistry from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Emory & Henry University. Expertise includes scientific evaluation of products, risk assessment of raw materials, and participation in cross-sectional teams for various product categories, demonstrating a strong commitment to global regulatory compliance and product stewardship.