Karen Hunter
Chief Innovation Officer
Sirona Innovation
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Starting at an agency at 16 as a girl Friday
Leaving the agency side for client side
Moving from Atlanta (where I'd lived my entire life) to New York, not knowing anyone there
Being turned down for an innovation role because I didn't have an MBA, then promptly taking the GMAT
Leaving client side for management consulting. Met some of the smartest people I know.
Going back to client side so that I could move closer to family, a necessary move with older parents
Striking out on my own as an innovation consultant at 49 years old. The journey continues!
Keep following my journey
Education
High School
Lakeside
Lakeside
Graduate
MBA
Robinson College of Business
MBA
Robinson College of Business
Career
Chief Innovation Officer
I inspire corporations to optimize culture as a catalyst for innovation
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Writing
Design
Helping People
Day to Day
Some days I'm working on business development, other days I'm meeting with clients to talk about business problems. I blog about my work and experiences, and I hone my purpose and person vision. As an independent consultant, every day can be different.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for everyone
Network, network, network. But also know what your distinct point of view and value is
Recommended Education
My career is not related to what I studied. I'd recommend this path instead:
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Peers:
"Get a job with one company and stick with it, stop moving roles and companies so much."
Challenges I Overcame
Financial
