Kari Parkinson

Kari Parkinson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in event management and group fitness instruction. Currently serving as a Global Category Manager at Diversified since February 2023, Kari previously held roles at the same company as Director of Global Events & Vendor Relations, overseeing significant event budgets and strategic vendor partnerships. A longtime yoga instructor at multiple fitness centers, including Santosha Yoga Bethany and EXOS, Kari offers expertise in various group fitness formats. Additional experience includes project management at Cvent, marketing management at The Ovation Company, and customer service roles at Westak and CompView. Kari holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication from Oregon State University.