Karen Richards

Karen Richards is an experienced professional with a diverse background in finance, human resources, and education. Currently serving as Payroll & Benefits Manager and Finance/HR Specialist at Siskin Children's Institute since July 2021, Karen previously held roles at Girls Preparatory School from August 2013 to July 2021, working as a College Counseling Assistant and Computer Science Teacher. Earlier experience includes serving as Financial Secretary at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) from 2010 to 2014, Bookkeeper at The House: University Ministries of Chattanooga from 2011 to 2013, Computer Programmer at Intelisys from 2001 to 2003, and Property/Casualty Claims Adjuster at Progressive Insurance from 1995 to 2001. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Truman State University.