Karena Woodall

Karena Woodall is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the pensions and financial services sector, having worked at Mattioli Woods plc since March 1999, where current roles include Group Technical Manager and Senior Pensions Consultant. Initially providing technical support to the consultancy team, Karena transitioned to full-time consultancy in 2005, specializing in employee benefits, bespoke pension advice, and wealth management for small to medium-sized business directors. Additionally, Karena plays a key role in training and supporting junior consultants. Prior experience includes positions at Birmingham Insurance Institute, Sedgwick Noble Lowndes, T L Clowes Financial Services Ltd, LLoyds TSB (Life and Pensions) Ltd, and Scottish Widows. Educational qualifications include an MSc in Financial Planning and Business Management from The Manchester Metropolitan University, along with training from various financial and pensions-related institutions.