Karen Watkins

Karen Watkins is an accomplished Event Manager with extensive experience in managing and developing various events. Currently serving as the Event Manager for the Hamilton Christmas Charitable Trust since January 2014, Karen oversees event management, strategic development, and sponsorship initiatives. Prior to this role, Karen held positions such as Business Development Manager for Forgotten World Adventures Ltd, where a new self-drive rail cart venture was developed, and Project Management for self-employment, organizing diverse public and private events while providing mentorship to fellow event organizers. Notable contributions also include serving as Ground Announcer and Marketing Coordinator for the FIFA U20 World Cup 2015 in Hamilton and working as Sponsorship & Events Executive at Hamilton City Council, where efforts focused on promoting Hamilton as a leading event destination. Karen holds a Double DTM in Public Speaking from Toastmasters International and an Office Management degree from Wintec.