Karen Simonson
About Karen Simonson
Karen Simonson serves as the Vice President of Finance at Resolve To Save Lives, a position she has held since 2021. With a strong background in financial management and nonprofit organizations, she has previously held various finance-related roles across multiple organizations.
Work at Resolve to Save Lives
Karen Simonson has served as Vice President Finance at Resolve to Save Lives since 2021. In this role, she oversees financial operations and contributes to the organization's mission of improving global health. Her responsibilities include financial reporting, planning, and modeling, ensuring that the organization effectively manages its resources.
Education and Expertise
Karen Simonson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and Economics from Queens College. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Baruch College. Her expertise includes the design and implementation of financial and data management systems, along with a strong background in financial reporting and grant management.
Background in Nonprofit Finance
Karen Simonson has extensive experience in nonprofit finance. She worked as Controller at The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she held various finance-related positions at organizations such as the Children's Scholarship Fund and the Natural Resources Defense Council, where she managed accounts payable.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Throughout her career, Karen Simonson has held multiple leadership roles in finance. She served as Director of Finance and Administration at Queens Botanical Garden for several years, with her tenure spanning from 1999 to 2005 and again from 2007 to 2010. She also worked at Linden Trust for Conservation in similar capacities from 2006 to 2020.
Skills in Financial Management
Karen Simonson specializes in overseeing technology and human resources functions within nonprofit organizations. Her skills include financial reporting, planning, modeling, and grant management. She has a proven track record in designing financial systems that enhance operational efficiency.