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Karen Smith
Chief Operating Executive @ Vikings Group | CPPD
Karen Smith is a highly experienced professional with over 20 years of expertise in government, specializing in delivering complex change and transformation programs.
She excels in collaboratively leading executive teams and stakeholders, utilizing active listening and co-design methodologies to understand and solve issues faced by customers.
Karen's deep domain knowledge includes governance, program and project management, policy development, business process improvement, and procurement and contract management.
Her career has been driven by a passion for collaborating with others to solve complex problems across various industries.
She approaches challenges with a positive attitude, focusing on bringing the best out in people and promoting creativity and innovation tailored to organizational needs.
Karen holds a Diploma in Project Management from Pro Leaders Academy and a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science from Charles Sturt University.
Karen's professional experience includes roles such as Account Director at DDLS, Principal Consultant at Noetic Group, and Program Manager at the Department of Defence, among others.
