Kara Lee

Kara Lee is the Chief Executive Officer at BEXLEY MENCAP, a position she has held since April 2019.3 She is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in nonprofit management, childcare, and community service.

Education and Early Career

Kara holds a Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Studies from the University of Greenwich, which she completed between 2005 and 2008 with a 2:1 classification.3 Her career in working with people with disabilities spans over 15 years, including experience in short break schemes, play schemes, and playgroups.2

Professional Experience

BEXLEY MENCAP

As the current CEO of BEXLEY MENCAP, Kara leads the organization in providing frontline support for people with learning disabilities and their carers.1 Under her leadership, the charity has seen an increase in both the demand for services and the level of need they address.1

Previous Roles

Before her current position, Kara's career included:

1. Volunteer Project Coordinator at BEXLEY VOLUNTARY SERVICE COUNCIL LIMITED (May 2016 - April 2019)3
2. Area Child Care Manager/Recruitment Executive at Hotelplan UK Ltd (December 2011 - April 2016)3
3. Project Manager at Bexley SNAP (2008 - 2011)3

Community Involvement

Kara became a Partnership Governor in 2019, demonstrating her commitment to community service and healthcare.2 She has also been involved with Bexley Volunteer Centre and the Community Connect social prescribing service.2

Leadership and Growth

As CEO, Kara has been instrumental in guiding BEXLEY MENCAP through a period of growth and transition. She has focused on understanding the services people need and making them more accessible to the local community.1 Her leadership has involved navigating the challenges of expanding from a small charity to a larger organization, including implementing fundraising strategies and securing board approval for key hires.1

Kara Lee's LinkedIn profile (username: kara-lee-063272103) reflects her current role and professional journey, showcasing her dedication to improving the lives of people with disabilities and her expertise in nonprofit management.3