Karen C.
About Karen C.
Karen C. serves as the Vice President of Business and Corporate Development at Rakuten Advertising and has extensive experience in business development and consulting, having previously worked at eBay and Accenture.
Current Role at Rakuten Advertising
Karen C. serves as the Vice President of Business and Corporate Development at Rakuten Advertising. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and growth in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her role involves overseeing business development efforts and fostering corporate partnerships to enhance the company's market presence.
Previous Experience at eBay, Inc.
Prior to her current position, Karen C. worked at eBay, Inc. as a Senior Manager in Business Development from 2010 to 2014. During her four years at eBay, she focused on developing and implementing strategies to drive business growth and enhance partnerships within the e-commerce sector.
Advisory Role at Grabr
Since 2015, Karen C. has served as an Advisor at Grabr, a platform that connects travelers with people who need items delivered. In this role, she provides strategic guidance and insights to help the company navigate its business landscape and improve its service offerings.
Consulting Experience at Accenture
Karen C. began her career at Accenture, where she worked as a Consultant from 2006 to 2010. Over her four years at Accenture, she gained experience in various consulting projects, focusing on delivering solutions to enhance client operations and drive efficiency.
Educational Background
Karen C. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Science in Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis. Additionally, she studied at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. In 2012, she participated in the UC Berkeley Executive Program in Negotiations and Influence, further enhancing her skills in negotiation and strategic influence.