Karen Lee Downes

Karen Lee Downes is a seasoned professional in leadership development, currently serving as a Leadership Programme Specialist at JMW Consultants since June 2023. As the Founder and CEO of The Flourish Initiative, established in June 2013, Karen Downes focuses on personal and leadership development through innovative events and programs. Additionally, Karen serves as the Co-Founder and Director of FemmeQ, promoting 'feminine intelligence' accessible to all genders. With a diverse background in organizational transformation and high performance, experience includes roles as Lead Steward for Deep Collaboration at Bounce Beyond and Senior Consultant at JMW Consultants and JMW Worldwide UK Limited. Educational qualifications include training in somatics, trauma resilience, and organizational leadership from the Strozzi Institute, among other prestigious institutions.