Karen Ho
About Karen Ho
Karen Ho is the Director of Benefits at Hawaiian Airlines, a position she has held since 2021. She has a background in Computer Information Systems and Human Resources Management, with extensive experience in HR benefits management.
Current Role at Hawaiian Airlines
Karen Ho serves as the Director of Benefits at Hawaiian Airlines, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the benefits programs for employees, ensuring that they meet the needs of the workforce. Her leadership contributes to the overall employee experience at the airline, which is based in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Previous Experience at Hawaiian Electric Company
Prior to her current role, Karen Ho worked at Hawaiian Electric Company for 27 years, from 1994 to 2021. During her tenure, she held the position of Manager of HR Benefits. In this capacity, she managed various employee benefits programs and initiatives, playing a key role in the company's human resources strategy.
Education and Qualifications
Karen Ho earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Hawaii Pacific University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources Management at the same institution, completing her studies from 1994 to 1997. Her educational background supports her expertise in both technology and human resources.
Early Career as Data Integrity Analyst
Karen Ho began her professional career as a Data Integrity Analyst at Matson, where she worked from 1991 to 1994. In this role, she was responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data within the organization, laying the foundation for her future work in human resources and benefits management.