Karen Guy
About Karen Guy
Karen Guy serves as the Senior Legal Counsel and Head of Compliance at Telit Cinterion, bringing over 12 years of legal experience from her previous role at Elbit Systems Ltd. She specializes in aligning stakeholder interests to drive growth and has a strong background in intellectual property and privacy law.
Current Role at Telit Cinterion
Karen Guy serves as Senior Legal Counsel and Head of Compliance at Telit Cinterion, a position she has held since 2023. She operates from Kfar Sava, Center District, Israel, in a hybrid work environment. In this role, she focuses on aligning legal strategies with business objectives to enhance company value and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Previous Experience at Elbit Systems Ltd
Prior to her current role, Karen Guy worked at Elbit Systems Ltd as Legal Counsel from 2008 to 2020, accumulating twelve years of experience in Israel. During her tenure, she specialized in aligning stakeholder interests to promote top-line growth and cost containment, demonstrating her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes.
Educational Background
Karen Guy has a solid educational foundation in law and business. She earned her MBA from Tel Aviv University, studying from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she holds a degree in Law and Economics from the same institution, which she completed from 2000 to 2004. She also pursued specialized training in Data Security, Privacy Law, and GDPR through the Israeli Bar Association.
Legal Expertise and Compliance Training
Karen has extensive expertise in legal counseling, particularly in intellectual property and privacy matters. She completed a Compliance Officer Course at BDO Academy in 2023, further enhancing her skills in compliance and regulatory frameworks. Additionally, she has undergone training with the Raanana Sexual Assault Crisis Center, focusing on preventing sexual harassment in the workplace.
Professional Development and Strategic Focus
Karen Guy actively participates in initiatives aimed at increasing company value through strategic legal initiatives. She has demonstrated a strong ability to function as a business lawyer in a fast-paced global economy, aligning legal strategies with broader business goals.