Karen Fenaroli

Founder & CEO of Fenaroli & Associates, Specialist in Executive Search and Diversity & Equity in Talent, Board Member & Angel Investor

Karen Fenaroli is the Founder and CEO of Fenaroli & Associates, a firm specializing in executive search and board placements. With over 25 years of experience, she is recognized as a leading expert in identifying and placing diverse talent in C-suite and board positions across various industries, including Fortune 1000 companies and private equity-backed firms.

Her firm, established in 2016, emphasizes the importance of diversity in leadership, believing that diverse teams are crucial for organizational success. Fenaroli is also noted for her previous role as Senior Vice President at EFL Associates and has a background in global manufacturing, having led a company that operated internationally before transitioning to executive search consulting.

In addition to her professional achievements, Karen is an active advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, serving on several boards and councils. She has received accolades such as the FAST COMPANY Global Impact Investor award and is involved in initiatives that support women in leadership roles.1 2

Experience

Founder & CEO at Fenaroli & Associates

Senior Vice President, Office Managing Partner at EFL Associates, a CBIZ Company

Education

MBA (Accounting Emphasis), BS in Accounting at Berry College - Campbell School of Business; HBS Executive Education in Negotiation and Leadership; Board Academy - Board of Directors' Instructor at University of North Carolina School of Law