Chief Executive

Karen joined AWARE in November 2018 after serving 10 years as the CEO of a counselling charity.  Karen’s role focuses on working closely with the Board to ensure the effective governance and strategic planning of the organisation as well as playing a key role in promoting the services of the organisation and lobbying on matters relevant to our users.  Karen has a Masters in Business Administration and a Masters in Social Policy and whilst having spent most of her career in the community and voluntary sector she also worked within local government and in a non departmental public body.  Outside work Karen enjoys running and spending time with her family.