Karen Farmer

Karen Farmer possesses extensive experience in business strategy and marketing, particularly within the technology sector. Currently serving as Director of Business Strategy at Red Hat, responsibilities include guiding strategic initiatives in IoT and aligning sales objectives with company goals to enhance growth in complex business environments. Previous roles at Red Hat include Global Business Segment Leader for Platform Public Cloud and Americas Business Unit Manager, where significant contributions led to exceeding business growth targets. Prior experience includes a marketing management position at Intel, where Karen developed joint programs with major partners and successfully launched products. Educational credentials include an MBA in International Business from Thunderbird School of Global Management, an MS in Computer Science from DePaul University, and a BA in Biology from the University of Chicago. Additionally, Karen holds a real estate license and operates as a Licensed Realtor® at HomeSmart International.