Karen K.
About Karen K.
Karen K. serves as the Head of Finance at Teads.tv, bringing extensive experience in financial management and strategic planning across various sectors including banking and insurance. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and a Master's degree in Tax Management, and has led significant turnaround projects throughout her career.
Work at Teads
Karen K. has served as the Head of Finance at Teads.tv since 2019. In this role, she oversees financial operations and strategy, contributing to the company's financial governance and discipline. Her leadership is instrumental in driving financial performance and supporting the overall business objectives of Teads.tv in São Paulo, Brazil.
Education and Expertise
Karen K. holds a Bachelor's degree in Economia from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, completed between 1998 and 2002. She furthered her education with a Master's degree in Tax Management from USP - Universidade de São Paulo, obtained in 2011. Additionally, she earned a Certificate in Financial Management from Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa in 2008. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in finance, tax planning, and financial management.
Background in Finance
Karen K. has a diverse background in finance, having held various positions across multiple financial institutions. She worked as a Director of Finance at ID Finance from 2017 to 2019, and previously held roles at Zurich Insurance, WestLB Bank, Santander Bank, and Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty. Her experience spans areas such as financial planning and analysis, tax management, and cost analysis.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout her career, Karen K. has led turnaround projects that involved implementing new strategies, processes, and policies. She has been actively involved in structuring mergers and acquisitions, providing advisory services, and measuring the impacts of transactions. Her strong track record includes managing complex tax structures and optimizing tax efficiency.
Leadership and Team Management
Karen K. has over 10 years of experience in managing people and structuring multidisciplinary teams. Her leadership skills have contributed to the development of financial discipline within organizations. She has a solid understanding of BR and IFRS accounting principles, as well as system and SOX controls, which enhances her effectiveness in financial governance.