Kathy Karns
About Kathy Karns
Kathy Karns is a Human Resources Business Partner at Great Minds, where she has worked since 2021. She specializes in developing employee experience programs and has a background in various HR roles at The College Board and PBS.
Current Role at Great Minds
Kathy Karns serves as a Human Resources Business Partner at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing innovative people solutions and programs aimed at enhancing the employee experience. Karns champions low-cost, high-return employee events designed to foster a highly engaged workforce. Her commitment to building a healthy workforce is evident through her efforts in organizing events that celebrate and honor staff.
Previous Experience at The College Board
Kathy Karns has extensive experience at The College Board, where she held multiple roles over a span of 13 years. She served as Assistant Director of Corporate Services from 2000 to 2003, followed by Director of Corporate Services from 2003 to 2010. Karns then advanced to Senior Director of Human Resources from 2010 to 2016, and ultimately became Executive Director of Human Resources and Admin Services from 2016 to 2021. During her tenure, she guided the organization through aggressive growth and change management.
Experience at PBS
Prior to her role at The College Board, Kathy Karns worked at PBS as Executive Producer and Operations Manager for one year in 1999-2000. This position was based in Alexandria, Virginia. Her experience at PBS contributed to her skill set in managing operations and producing content, which has been beneficial in her subsequent roles in human resources.
Education and Expertise
Kathy Karns has developed and implemented a series of robust employee experience programs, including English as a second language workshops and Toastmasters. Her expertise lies in creating programs that enhance employee engagement and support professional development. Karns focuses on innovative solutions that address the needs of the workforce, contributing to a positive organizational culture.