Karen Short

Karen Short is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in philanthropy operations and office management. Currently serving as the Philanthropy Operations Manager at Hope and Homes for Children since January 2016, Karen has also held various roles including Office Manager and HR, IT, and Health & Safety responsibilities. Previous positions include Account Executive at Hildon Ltd, Office Manager and Sales and Marketing Executive at Aegg Creative Packaging, and a volunteer role with the Major Partnerships Team at Hope and Homes for Children. Additional experience spans over a decade at Skandia as an Employer of Choice Specialist and Operations Manager, and nearly eleven years at Baring Asset Management as an Administration Manager in Mutual Fund Dealing. Karen's educational background includes studies at Bentley Wood High School and Lowlands College.