Karen-Michelle Mirko

Karen-Michelle Mirko is an accomplished professional with a passion for co-creating workforce and economic development systems that foster a more equitable and inclusive economy. She excels as a leader in implementing performance-based programs to deliver practical solutions.

Karen-Michelle thrives as a mentor and motivator, supporting her team and agency by providing guidance, coaching, and resources to help them achieve their objectives and progress in their careers. She is recognized for her enthusiasm and team spirit.

As a collaborative partner, Karen-Michelle is dedicated to forging connections and understands the power of collective action in driving systemic change. She actively engages in building networks and establishing shared goals for mutual success.

Karen-Michelle is adept at optimizing direct service program operations by working closely with staff and students to co-design effective strategies. She implements policies, procedures, and quality assurance measures to empower staff members and ensure clients receive consistent and high-quality services.

Her educational background includes completing an Executive Education Course in Change Leadership: Strategies for Organizational Growth at NYU Stern School of Business, an MBA with specializations in Finance, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship from the same institution, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Adelphi University.

Karen-Michelle has held various key roles in organizations such as Site Director at JARC Baltimore, Deputy Director of Skilled Training at St. Nicks Alliance, Director of Employment and Business Services at The HOPE Program, and VP of Marketing, Sales & Meaningful Collisions at the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, among others. She has also been involved in consultancy and advocacy roles at organizations like American Express OPEN and Seedco.

She was a participant in the Workforce Systems Leadership Program at Coro New York Leadership Center and served as the Founding Director of the Brooklyn Workforce1 Industrial & Transportation Career Center at Southwest Brooklyn Industrial Development Corporation.