Kara Janssen, Mshr
About Kara Janssen, Mshr
Kara Janssen is a People Operations Analyst with a diverse background in human resources and sustainability. She has held various roles in organizations such as Narrative Science, Salesforce, and Kalderos, and has a Master's degree in Human Resources from Marquette University.
Current Role at Kalderos
Kara Janssen serves as a People Operations Analyst at Kalderos, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee experience and operational efficiency within the organization. Her responsibilities include analyzing HR processes and supporting initiatives that align with the company's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at Narrative Science
Before joining Kalderos, Kara worked at Narrative Science as a Talent and Finance Associate for five months in 2021. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she contributed to the company's talent acquisition and financial operations, gaining valuable experience in managing human resources and finance functions.
Experience at Next Door Milwaukee
Kara served as an Academic Partner Liaison at Next Door Milwaukee from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she collaborated with educational partners to enhance academic opportunities for children in the Greater Milwaukee Area. Her work focused on fostering partnerships that supported educational initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Kara holds a Master's degree in Human Resources from Marquette University, where she studied from 2018 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Northern Iowa, majoring in Environmental Geography and minoring in French Studies, while also obtaining Global Health and Sustainability Certificates. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and sustainability.
Diverse Work Background
Kara has a diverse work history that includes roles in various organizations and sectors. She has worked as an Employee Success Operations Analyst at Salesforce, a Project Assistant in the Office of Sustainability at the University of Northern Iowa, and participated in service roles with FoodCorps and the National Science Foundation. This breadth of experience contributes to her comprehensive understanding of operations and employee engagement.