Karen Mascavage, Shrm Cp
About Karen Mascavage, Shrm Cp
Karen Mascavage serves as the VP of People at FOSSA, bringing extensive experience in human resources and recruitment from previous roles at Stack Overflow and Mulberry. She is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in high-growth tech startups.
Current Role at FOSSA
Karen Mascavage serves as the VP People at FOSSA, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the company's people operations and fostering a positive workplace culture. Her leadership aims to align the company's human resources strategy with its business objectives, particularly in the fast-paced tech environment of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Karen Mascavage held various positions at Stack Overflow, where she worked from 2015 to 2021. Her roles included Sr. Global Manager, HR Business Partner, Lead People Operations Partner, and Manager of Talent Partners. She also served as a recruiter at MakerBot® and held leadership positions at Mulberry, including Head of People and VP People. Her extensive experience in human resources spans recruitment, talent management, and organizational development.
Educational Background
Karen Mascavage has a diverse educational background. She studied Art Therapy at Emmanuel College in Boston, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2001. She also completed the LifeLabs Manager Training Course in 2017 and pursued Career Coaching at NYU School of Professional Studies in 2018. Additionally, she studied at the Divine Feminine School of Hypnosis in 2019, further expanding her skill set.
Leadership Philosophy
Karen Mascavage is inspired by leaders who operate with purpose, integrity, and transparency. She is motivated to assist leaders in solving problems within an employee-centric work environment. Her passion for fostering a diverse and inclusive atmosphere is particularly evident in her work with high-growth tech startups, where she emphasizes the importance of creating equitable workplaces.
Career Progression
Throughout her career, Karen Mascavage has progressed through various roles in human resources and management. Starting as an Assistant Store Manager at Barneys New York in 2008, she transitioned into recruitment and HR roles across multiple organizations. Her career includes significant contributions to companies like Stack Overflow and MakerBot®, reflecting her adaptability and commitment to people management.