Karen Loftus

Karen Loftus is a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse background in entertainment, media, and travel. Formerly based in New York and Los Angeles, she has also spent time in London, Barcelona, and Seattle before settling in Philadelphia. Karen is renowned for her work as a luxury travel and lifestyle writer and photographer, showcasing a unique blend of adventure, creativity, and humor. Her career includes success as an award-winning feminist playwright and a pioneering Tennessee Williams Fellow. She has excelled in comedy, with international tours across the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Karen has founded several successful businesses, including Goddess Productions for theatrical and comedy tours, and The Lofty Style Lounge for fashion-driven events. Additionally, she has made a significant impact through her nonprofit, Body Comedy, leveraging humor to empower and heal women survivors of violence. Karen has transitioned into a prolific travel writer and photographer, contributing to numerous publications and traveling extensively worldwide, exploring all seven continents and over 70 countries. She is the founder of Women's Adventure Travels (WAT), a women-focused travel and content company, and the SAY WAT Shop, offering empowering apparel and gear. Karen is also a Virtuoso Travel Advisor under Lofty Traveler, providing customized travel experiences. She is a sought-after speaker, delivering empowering talks on entrepreneurship, women's empowerment, travel trends, wellness, and philanthropy. Karen's media projects include the TV show WAT in the World and the podcast Say WAT WAT. Her upcoming book, Banned in Malaysia, chronicles her experiences as an international comedian.