Karen Cortina
About Karen Cortina
Karen Cortina is the Global Director of Real Estate & Facilities at project44, with extensive experience in managing global real estate and facilities across various companies.
Current Role at project44
Karen Cortina currently serves as the Global Director of Real Estate & Facilities at project44. In this role, she oversees the comprehensive planning, construction, and development of facilities. Her leadership focuses on prioritizing sustainability and team member well-being, ensuring that workplaces reflect a commitment to excellence. Additionally, she integrates technology objectives within real estate and facilities management, addressing complex challenges in this realm.
Previous Experience at Recorded Future
From 2019 to 2021, Karen Cortina was the Senior Manager of Global Real Estate & Facilities at Recorded Future, based in the Greater Boston Area. In this position, she managed a variety of global real estate initiatives, contributing significantly to the company's facilities management strategies.
Tenure at Acquia
Karen Cortina worked at Acquia from 2013 to 2019 as the Manager of Global Facilities in Boston, MA. During her six years at Acquia, she was responsible for overseeing the management and operations of global facilities, driving efforts to enhance workplace environments.
Early Career at Boston Scientific
Karen Cortina's early career included a nine-year tenure at Boston Scientific, where she held the position of International Training Coordinator from 1989 to 1998. Based in Natick, MA, Karen's role involved coordinating various training programs for the company's international teams.
Educational Background
Karen Cortina studied Business Administration, Management, and Operations at Bentley University. Her education equipped her with the foundational knowledge required to excel in complex real estate and facilities management roles.