Karen Hodson is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations, procurement, and real estate within the tech industry. Currently serving as the Global Procurement & Real Estate Officer at Marigold since February 2017, Karen previously held leadership roles such as VP of Operations at Emma and Social Tables, where significant operational improvements were achieved. At FiscalNote, Karen excelled as Director of Operations, overseeing corporate real estate projects and internal processes. With a solid foundation in procurement from positions at Ellucian and Opower, Karen's career is complemented by a strong educational background with advanced degrees in Organizational Management and Economics. Certifications such as PHR further enhance Karen's expertise in organizational leadership and management.