About Karen

• A native of Colombia raised in Orlando, FL
• Member of 100 Women Strong, An initiative by the Central Florida Foundation
• Trustee for the FICPA Educational Foundation
• Junior Achievement Classroom Volunteer
• Past Chair of the FICPA Central FL Chapter – youngest chair in history of chapter
• Past board member of Amigos Unidos, a nonprofit that helps the needy around the world
• Fluent in English and Spanish

Credentials

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of Central Florida – Cum Laude
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Worked for Deloitte, largest professional firm in the world
• Background in financial statements/reporting, taxes, and small business retirement plans

Just for Fun

• Has traveled to more than 40 countries, solo and with her husband Jorge
• Has visited the 7 wonders of the world
• Enjoys triathlon-training and reading non-fiction during her free time