Karen Ann Josephides

Karen Ann Josephides is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in human resources and leadership roles across various sectors. Currently, Karen serves as a Premier League Equality, Diversity Inclusion Standard Panel Member and Chief People Officer | Executive ESG Lead at Severn, while also holding trustee positions at Cotswold Archaeology and Nordoff Robbins. Previously, Karen was the People Director at Arsenal F.C, overseeing key HR functions, and held significant HR leadership roles at easyJet and First Choice Airways Ltd. Karen's educational background includes an MSc in Strategic Human Resources Management from The University of Salford and a BA Hons in Archaeology from Durham University, complemented by various professional certifications and an accreditation as an Insights Discovery Practitioner.