Kara Buckley

Kara Buckley is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategy and marketing across various industries. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor at LVLON, Kara previously held similar advisory roles at Mahana Therapeutics, where support was provided to the CEO and CMO on corporate strategy and marketing. With a background as Chief Strategy Officer and Managing Director at GALE Partners, Kara also served as Venture Architect Principal at BCG Digital Ventures, focusing on building successful digital ventures. Earlier experience includes a transformative role as Vice President of Marketing Planning at Viking River Cruises, overseeing significant marketing budgets and digital initiatives, along with strategic roles at AutoTrader.com, McKinsey & Company, and Lehman Brothers. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College and an MBA from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business.