Karen Gonzales
About Karen Gonzales
Karen Gonzales is a Marketing Coordinator at Gabi Solutions, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in social media management and studio management, along with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Advertising Design from Kean University.
Current Role at Gabi Solutions, Inc.
Karen Gonzales serves as the Marketing Coordinator at Gabi Solutions, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she has been instrumental in leading three cross-functional teams from product conception through launch, employing Agile methodologies. She also provides leadership and mentorship to a team of four Product Managers. Her responsibilities include hosting online conferences and meetings using web-based collaboration tools, which allows her to present in real-time to partners and clients globally.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Management
Before joining Gabi Solutions, Karen worked as a Social Media Manager at Ortiz Marketing Services from 2019 to 2021. She managed social media strategies and campaigns for two years in New Jersey. Additionally, she served as Studio Manager at PHOTOGRAPHY BY REBIMBAS for seven months in 2019, where she oversaw studio operations in Union County, New Jersey. She also has experience as a Substitute Teacher at ESS from 2010 to 2021, providing educational support in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Educational Background
Karen Gonzales studied at Kean University, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Advertising Design from 2009 to 2015. Prior to that, she attended Berkeley College, achieving an Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Marketing and Management from 2007 to 2009. She completed her high school education at Elizabeth High School.
Skills in Translation and Collaboration
In her current position, Karen translates educational and promotional material between English and Spanish, ensuring accessibility of product information and specifications. Her ability to communicate effectively in both languages enhances collaboration within her team and with clients. She also plays a significant role in the design process of new products and mobile app design, contributing to a company-wide rebrand project at Gabi Solutions.