Karen Matthews

Karen Matthews is an accomplished professional in public sector account management and business development, currently serving as Public Sector Account Manager at Realise since December 2020, after previously holding roles such as Business Development Manager. Between March 2018 and December 2020, Karen worked at Interserve Learning & Employment as Regional Business Development Manager, providing expert consultancy in apprenticeship delivery and developing tailored solutions for organizations. Prior experience includes Strategic Partnership Manager at GTG Training, Head of Business Development and Employment at Burton and South Derbyshire College, and adult education management at Walsall College. Karen also has experience in project management with SOVA, where responsibilities included assisting prisoners in securing employment or training opportunities.