Karen Akins
About Karen Akins
Karen Akins serves as the Director of Compensation, Benefits, and Human Resources Information Systems at Surescripts, where she has worked since 2016. With over 20 years of experience in human resources, she has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations, focusing on compensation and benefits.
Work at Surescripts
Karen Akins has served as the Director of Compensation, Benefits, and Human Resources Information Systems at Surescripts since 2016. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of compensation and benefits strategies, as well as the management of HR information systems. Her tenure at Surescripts has extended for eight years, during which she has contributed to enhancing the organization's HR practices in Arlington, Virginia.
Previous Experience
Before joining Surescripts, Karen Akins held various positions in human resources across multiple organizations. She worked at Abt Associates as the Director of Compensation and Benefits from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she was a Senior Manager at BAE Systems from 2011 to 2014 and held roles at Network Solutions, Argon ST, and Scitor Corporation. Her career began at McKinsey & Company, where she started as an HR Generalist.
Education and Expertise
Karen Akins studied at Marymount University, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources Management from 1992 to 1996. She also attended the University of Maryland from 1986 to 1988. With over 20 years of experience in human resources, she specializes in compensation, benefits, and HR information systems, demonstrating a strong foundation in these areas.
Career Progression
Throughout her career, Karen Akins has held progressively responsible roles in human resources. She has worked at notable organizations such as BAE Systems, Lawson Software, and Fannie Mae. Her diverse experience includes positions as a Compensation Manager, Senior Compensation Analyst, and Senior Manager of Total Rewards, showcasing her extensive knowledge and skills in the field.