Karen Torres
About Karen Torres
Karen Torres is a Senior Product Manager at Smiths Detection, where she has worked since 2013. She has over a decade of experience in product management across various sectors, including analytical instrumentation and clinical diagnostics.
Work at Smiths Detection
Karen Torres has served as a Senior Product Manager at Smiths Detection since 2013. In this role, she focuses on product development strategies within the company, which specializes in detection and security solutions. Her tenure at Smiths Detection spans over 11 years, during which she has contributed to enhancing product offerings and aligning them with market needs.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Smiths Detection, Karen Torres held various positions in product management and customer training. She worked as a Product Manager at Synthes Spine from 2004 to 2006, and at Cylex Inc. from 2006 to 2013. Additionally, she served as a Product Manager at Edge BioSystems from 2001 to 2004 and at Roche Diagnostics from 2000 to 2001. Her early career included roles as a Customer Training Consultant at Roche Diagnostics and as a Medical Technologist at Covance CLS and Kennedy Health System.
Education and Expertise
Karen Torres holds an MBA in Marketing from Butler University, which she completed from 1998 to 2000. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Virginia Tech, studying there from 1983 to 1988. Furthermore, she has a Medical Technology Certification from the Danville Regional Medical Center School of Health Professions. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in analytical instrumentation, clinical diagnostics, medical devices, and biotechnology.
Skills and Professional Focus
Karen Torres combines her expertise in biochemistry and medical technology to inform her approach to product development. She employs strategic thinking and tactical action plans to enhance product offerings and maximize sales revenue. Her focus on exceeding product development goals reflects her commitment to driving innovation and meeting market demands.