Karen Dabbs

Karen (Kissy) Dabbs has extensive work experience in the legal field. Karen (Kissy) is currently working as the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at TwinStrand Biosciences since 2021. Prior to this, they served as the Associate General Counsel at CryoLife, Inc. from 2015 to 2021, where they supported the company's growth through acquisitions and provided legal advice to the Board of Directors. Karen (Kissy) also oversaw compliance with SEC regulations, developed global compliance programs, and managed compliance efforts.

Before joining CryoLife, Inc., Karen was a Partner at Modern Unions by Dabbs Family Law, LLC from 2012 to 2015. Prior to that, they were a Partner at Dabbs Law Firm, LLC from 2007 to 2011, where they represented Fortune 50 companies and high net-worth individuals in employee benefits law matters.

At the beginning of their career, Karen worked as an Associate at Williams & Connolly LLP from 2002 to 2007. Karen (Kissy) also served as a Judicial Clerk for Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson at the US Federal District Courts, DDC from 2001 to 2002.

Karen (Kissy) Dabbs completed their education in a sequential manner. From 1993 to 1997, they attended Yale University, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Women's Studies. Following this, they pursued further education at Harvard Law School from 1998 to 2001, receiving a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. Additionally, Karen obtained several licenses to practice law, including the DC Bar, North Carolina State Bar, and the State Bar of Georgia. However, the specific months and years of when these certifications were obtained are not provided.