Karen Coffey
About Karen Coffey
Karen Coffey serves as the Vice President of Global Channel Partnerships at Verifi Inc. and has over 20 years of experience in the payments industry, specializing in client management and strategic planning.
Current Role at Verifi
Karen Coffey serves as the Vice President of Global Channel Partnerships at Verifi Inc. since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships that enhance the company's global reach and service offerings. Her focus includes optimizing channel relationships to drive growth and improve client satisfaction within the payments industry.
Previous Experience at First Data Corporation
Prior to her current position, Karen Coffey held multiple roles at First Data Corporation. She served as Vice President of Strategy and Programs for National Solutions from 2016 to 2020, where she focused on strategic initiatives. Additionally, she was Vice President of Integrated Partners from 2018 to 2020, overseeing partnerships that contributed to the company's operational success in the Greater Atlanta Area.
Background in Payment Strategy
Karen Coffey has over 20 years of experience in the payments industry. She worked as a Senior Payment Strategist at W. Capra Consulting Group from 2013 to 2015, where she provided insights and strategies for payment solutions. Her career also includes significant roles at Litle & Co, where she was Director of Relationship Management and Director of Learning & Development, contributing to her extensive knowledge in client management and operational efficiencies.
Education and Early Career
Karen Coffey studied at Pinkerton Academy from 1978 to 1981. She began her career in the payments sector at Chase Paymentech, where she worked as a National Account Manager from 1998 to 2003. This foundational experience helped her develop skills in client relationship management and strategic planning, which she has applied throughout her career.
Expertise in Channel Partnerships
Karen Coffey specializes in channel partnerships and has a strong focus on the card-not-present space. Her approach is solution-oriented, emphasizing client retention, satisfaction, revenue generation, and operational efficiencies. She has a proven track record of guiding clients through complex payment environments, leveraging her extensive industry knowledge to deliver effective solutions.