Platinum COACH SUBJECT: College Admissions Area of Expertise: College Applications and Counseling
Karen O. is a former semiconductor project manager who set record-breaking timelines for worldwide product development, combining precision, strategy, and leadership to deliver results. She earned her Chemical Engineering degree cum laude from NC State University and is now channeling her organizational expertise into the field of educational counseling.
Currently working toward her Educational Counseling Certificate from UCLA, Karen has been an Independent Educational Consultant for the past year, guiding students and families through the college admissions process with clarity, efficiency, and empathy.
Beyond her professional life, Karen is deeply committed to community service, volunteering regularly at a local dog shelter. She and her husband share a lively household with five dogs and four children — all in college or college-bound. Her unique blend of analytical skills, real-world project management experience, and personal dedication to helping young people succeed makes her a trusted and inspiring resource for families navigating higher education.
Education and Certifications:
Certificate program for new IEC's, NACAC
B.A. : Science Chemical Engineering with Bioscience focus, North Carolina State University
Electrical Engineering post graduate, Arizona State University
