With a background in operations and human resource leadership, her career spans two decades and several industries including education, museums, home improvement, non-profit, and tax preparation. Dr. Karen worked her way up from an entry-level position to a seat at the table in the C-Suite. Dr. Karen is a Certified Diversity Executive (CDE), a designation for forward thinking, diversity and inclusion leaders. Her life work is a full commitment to help women acquire and retain positions in senior leadership.
Dr. Pruden transformed her life from a teenage bride to a Global Powerhouse C-Suite Executive. She now motivates thousands of female professionals annually to pursue career goals that they once thought were impossible. Her blueprint is, ‘No Excuses, Make It Happen!’
Dr. Pruden influences female leaders through keynote speaking, coaching, workshops, and writing leadership /inspirational books; resulting in 17 #1 Amazon Bestsellers. Dr. Pruden works as a Chief Human Resource Officer for a Virginia university. She is the CEO of Pruden Global Business Solutions Consulting and the Founder of the Sister Leaders Conference. Dr. Pruden recently launched the television channel Boss, Brand & Business TV that is the home to diverse programming for professionals desiring excellence and exceptional quality in business.
Dr. Pruden is an international TV Host for her show, Leadership Is Served, a candid, uncensored conversation between two leaders that covers the good, the bad, and the opportunities of leadership. Her show is aired in 200+ countries.