Karen Deng
About Karen Deng
Karen Deng serves as the Director of Innovation & Ecosystem Engagement at Interac Corp. in Toronto, Ontario, where she has worked since 2019, following a diverse career in research and strategy roles across various organizations in Canada.
Work at Interac
Karen Deng serves as the Director of Innovation & Ecosystem Engagement at Interac Corp. since 2019. In this role, she focuses on fostering innovation and building partnerships within the ecosystem to enhance Interac's offerings. Her leadership is instrumental in driving strategic initiatives that align with the company's goals in the financial technology sector. Based in Toronto, Ontario, she has contributed to various projects aimed at improving digital payment solutions.
Previous Experience
Before joining Interac, Karen Deng held several positions that contributed to her expertise in research and strategy. She worked as the Manager of Research and Strategy at Lifesaving Society Canada for four months in 2015. Prior to that, she served as a Contracts and Contributions Officer at Health Canada for one year. Additionally, she was a Research Coordinator at Public Health Ontario for one year and a Manager of Impact & Evaluation at MaRS Discovery District for three years, where she focused on assessing the impact of health initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Karen Deng holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Health and Environmental Studies from Queen's University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the University of Victoria. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in public health, research, and innovation, allowing her to effectively contribute to the development of health-related strategies and initiatives.
Background
Karen Deng's career began as a Project Coordinator at Queen's University, where she worked for six months from 2011 to 2012. Her diverse experience in various roles within public health and innovation has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the sector. Her work across different organizations has allowed her to develop a multifaceted skill set that supports her current role at Interac.