Kara Graham
About Kara Graham
Kara Graham is a Workforce Development Manager at DPR Construction, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Master's degree in Cross Cultural Ministries from Dallas Theological Seminary and has extensive experience in human resources and education.
Current Role at DPR Construction
Kara Graham serves as the Workforce Development Manager at DPR Construction. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's initiatives in workforce development. Her role involves strategizing and implementing programs that enhance employee skills and promote career growth within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining DPR Construction, Kara Graham worked at Grace Bridge as a Human Resources Business Partner and Volunteer Coordinator from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she managed HR functions and coordinated volunteer efforts, supporting the organization's mission in Frisco, Texas. Additionally, she served as an Executive Assistant to the CEO & President and Short Term Missions Associate at Family Legacy from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background
Kara Graham has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics from Oklahoma State University from 2005 to 2009. She then pursued advanced studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, where she obtained a Master's degree in Cross Cultural Ministries and a Master's certificate in TESOL between 2009 and 2012. Additionally, she completed a Certificate in Human Resource Management at Villanova University from 2018 to 2019.
Teaching and Academic Roles
Kara Graham has experience in academia, having worked as an Adjunct Professor of English as a Second Language at Richland College from 2012 to 2016. She also held various positions at ELS Educational Services, Inc., including Academic Director and Assistant Academic Director from 2015 to 2017, and Instructional Specialist from 2013 to 2017. These roles involved curriculum development and instructional leadership.