Karen Brazzillo, Pmp
About Karen Brazzillo, Pmp
Karen Brazzillo is the Associate Director of Project Management at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in project management and a background in chemistry, having held various roles in notable companies over her career.
Work at KalVista Pharmaceuticals
Karen Brazzillo serves as the Associate Director of Project Management at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she oversees various projects, ensuring they align with the company's strategic objectives. Prior to this position, she worked as a Senior Project Manager at KalVista from 2018 to 2021, where she contributed to project execution and management.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Karen Brazzillo held several significant positions. She was the Director of Program Management at Emisphere Technologies from 2007 to 2013, where she managed multiple programs. Additionally, she worked at PepsiCo as a Senior Operations Manager from 2013 to 2018, focusing on Global R&D and sustainability initiatives. Her career also includes a role as Associate Director of Analytical Resources at Emisphere Technologies from 1999 to 2007.
Educational Background in Chemistry
Karen Brazzillo has a solid educational foundation in chemistry. She studied at Delaware Valley University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from 1983 to 1988. Additionally, she attended Bucks County Community College, where she also studied Chemistry and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from 1982 to 1985.
Skills and Expertise
Karen Brazzillo possesses strong skills in meeting management, ensuring that project meetings are productive and aligned with objectives. She has expertise in alliance and vendor management, coordinating with external partners to achieve project goals. Her diverse skill set is complemented by her passion for health and fitness coaching, indicating a broad range of interests and capabilities.
Career in Science and Technology
Karen Brazzillo began her career in the science and technology sector as a Chemist at Scott Specialty Gases from 1985 to 1988. She later worked as a Scientist at Rohm and Haas from 1989 to 1999, where she gained extensive experience in scientific research and development before transitioning into project management roles.