Karen Walker is a renowned executive coach, consultant, board advisor, keynote speaker, and the author of No Dumbing Down: A Guide for CEOs on Organization Growth. With over two decades of experience in guiding and advising CEOs and senior leaders, Karen has emerged as a sought-after expert in helping businesses thrive in hyper-growth. Her impressive client list includes global giants like Aetna, AWS, Pfizer, JPMorganChase, and BMC Software, along with many Inc. 5000 startups.

Karen's journey began at Compaq Computer, where she was employee #104 and played a pivotal role in leading the fastest-growing company in American history. With a strong educational background, Karen holds a B.S. degree in engineering from Texas A&M, while also graduating from the ODHRM program at Columbia University.

Karen is an expert in aligning a company's internal and external strategies for profitable, sustainable growth. Her ability to navigate complex corporate issues, along with her analytical skills, have helped shape the growth trajectory of diverse businesses. As a former contributor to Forbes and Harvard Business Review Ascend, Karen's views and opinions often feature in industry publications, including The Wall Street Journal and The San Francisco Chronicle.

Currently serving as a board member at TTC, Karen has previously served as an Advisory Board Member at Acuity and on the Executive Board of The Alley Theatre. She has a sharp business acumen, which is reflected in her work as the President and Principal Consultant at her company, karenwalker.us. Karen has also authored the book No Dumbing Down: A Guide for CEOs on Organization Growth, which is a "must-read" for new and seasoned CEOs.