Karen R.

Karen R. has a robust background in human resources and talent management, currently serving as the Managing Director of HR and Talent Management Operations at KIPP Texas Public Schools since August 2025. Prior to this role, Karen held various leadership positions, including Senior Director of Talent Management and Development at Uplift Education and Senior HR Development Specialist at Daisy Brand. With experience as an Organizational Development Manager at Hyundai Merchant Marine and Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP, Karen has focused on coaching, employee engagement, and performance management. Additionally, significant contributions were made at Parkland Hospital, where key transformational initiatives were led to enhance process and quality improvement. Early career experiences include senior management roles in talent management at MedAssets and faculty development at North Lake College and The Art Institute of Dallas. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication from Arizona State University and a Master of Arts in Communication from Texas Tech University.