Karen Short
About Karen Short
Karen Short is an Executive Assistant at Harvard Business School, where she has worked since 2017. She previously held various roles at the Strozzi Institute, including Director of Enrollment and Customer Service Manager, and has a Master's degree from the same institution.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Karen Short has been serving as an Executive Assistant at Harvard Business School since 2017. In this role, she provides administrative support to Professor Karim R. Lakhani, who is affiliated with the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard. Her responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and assisting with various academic and research activities, contributing to the overall efficiency of the department.
Previous Experience at Strozzi Institute
Before her current position, Karen Short held multiple roles at the Strozzi Institute. She worked as a Customer Service Manager from 1999 to 2003, where she focused on client relations and service delivery. Subsequently, she served as the Director of Enrollment from 2006 to 2016, overseeing enrollment processes and student engagement in both Oakland and Petaluma. Her decade-long tenure at the institute provided her with significant experience in educational administration.
Educational Background
Karen Short studied at the Strozzi Institute, where she earned her Master's degree from 1998 to 2001. This educational experience laid the foundation for her career in academic administration and support, equipping her with the skills necessary for her roles in both the Strozzi Institute and Harvard Business School.
Support for Academic and Research Activities
In her current role at Harvard Business School, Karen Short is involved in supporting various academic and research activities. Her work assists in the facilitation of projects and initiatives within the Laboratory for Innovation Science, contributing to the advancement of research and innovation in the academic setting.