Karine Hagen
About Karine Hagen
Karine Hagen is the Senior Vice President at Viking Cruises, with over 15 years of experience in senior leadership roles within the travel and tourism industry.
SVP at Viking Cruises
Karine Hagen joined Viking Cruises in September 2008 and currently serves as Senior Vice President (SVP). Her experience in the travel industry and her strong background in Russian and East European studies make her a key member of the Viking Cruises team. Her leadership contributes significantly to the company's operations and strategic direction.
Leadership at Hermitage Tours
From 2006 to 2008, Karine Hagen held the role of Director at Hermitage Tours. During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing the company's operations and managing key business initiatives. This role enabled her to develop her leadership skills and deepen her understanding of the travel and tourism industry.
Senior Roles in Travel and Tourism
Karine Hagen has over 15 years of experience in senior leadership roles within the travel and tourism industry. Before joining Viking Cruises, she held multiple director-level positions at various travel companies, including Managing Director at Steppes Travel, Russia, and Head of Business Development at Telenor Comincom Combellga. Her extensive industry experience has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her role at Viking Cruises.
Educational Background
Karine Hagen has a diverse educational background, holding degrees from several prestigious institutions. She earned an MBA from BI Norwegian Business School in 2001, an MA in Russian & East European Studies from Stanford University in 1993, and a BA in Economics and Soviet Studies from Wellesley College in 1991. This combination of education has provided her with a solid foundation in both business and regional studies.
Early Career and Career Growth
Karine Hagen's early career includes roles such as Audit Staff at Arthur Andersen and Account Planner at JWT (J. Walter Thompson). She then transitioned to marketing and business development positions at Genesys and Telenor Comincom Combellga. These roles laid the groundwork for her subsequent leadership positions in the travel industry.