Dr. Karen D'Avino Executive Leadership Organizational strategy consultant
"Every Client Matters Every Day"
Dr. Karen D'Avino Executive Leadership Organizational strategy consultant
"Every Client Matters Every Day"
karendavino.com
Services
- Leadership & Executive Coaching
- Organizational Strategy & Strategic Planning
- Leadership, Search Advisory, Transition Support
The Proof is in the Experience
Former Superintendent (CEO Equivalent)
Led 500+ Staff Organizations
Secured $4M in funding
Managed $60M+ budgets
CURRENT AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER, DOMINICAN SISTERS OF HOPE, OSSINING, NY
Beginning a new phase as a leader has been exciting and rewarding. After a brief term as a private school administrator for the Dominican Sisters of Caldwell, my current role as Chief Operations Officer utilizes my skills in operational efficiency and building strong, collab
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER, DOMINICAN SISTERS OF HOPE, OSSINING, NY
Beginning a new phase as a leader has been exciting and rewarding. After a brief term as a private school administrator for the Dominican Sisters of Caldwell, my current role as Chief Operations Officer utilizes my skills in operational efficiency and building strong, collaborative teams. For the first time in over three decades, I lead adults rather than students. Yet this position is rewarding because of our. mission. The Dominican Sisters of Hope and the Center at Mariandale support the Sisters missions. These inculde support of the environment through projects focussed on land regeneration and social justice, where we strive to assist the underserved and marginilzed through ministries and service. It is exciting, energizing, and important! I am blessed to be part of such essential work.
EDUCATIONAL LEADER, RETIRED SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
As a former Superintendent of Schools (CEO level), I have experience with strategic leadership, organizational achievement, cultivating and supporting the needs of organizational talent, coaching executives, and providing strategic planning and financial roadmaps for high performing or
EDUCATIONAL LEADER, RETIRED SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
As a former Superintendent of Schools (CEO level), I have experience with strategic leadership, organizational achievement, cultivating and supporting the needs of organizational talent, coaching executives, and providing strategic planning and financial roadmaps for high performing orgnizations and companies. Serving as an Executive for 20+ years is one of my proudest accomplishments as leader.
CONSULTANT, PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER, PROFESSIONAL MENTOR
As a consultant, I've provided professional development for NJPSA (New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association) and GOMO Educational Services. Workshop subjects cover nearly all current topics in education and organizational leadership.
I also served as a consultant with MacPhers
CONSULTANT, PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER, PROFESSIONAL MENTOR
As a consultant, I've provided professional development for NJPSA (New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association) and GOMO Educational Services. Workshop subjects cover nearly all current topics in education and organizational leadership.
I also served as a consultant with MacPherson & Jacobson, an executive search firm that leverages talent acquisition with excutive placement.
As a professional mentor, I work primarily with women seeking administrative or corporate roles. I assist talented recruits in navigating the labyrinth of corporate hierarchy with support, vigor, and committment. "I loved the empowering conversation! I finally felt as if I wasn't on an island by myself as a leader!" ~ Tara A.
client testimonials
"Great workshop today! Thank you! I needed this space!" ~ Viveca W.
"The presenter was knowledgeable and engaging. She used a variety of creative materials and offered a lot of support." ~ Sharon S.
"I think it is so important to give female leaders a space to come together and talk, share, and listen to others who TRULY understand what it is like to be a woman in a leadership role at this time in our society." ~ Courtney L.
"I loved how Karen was super relatable in her delivery. She provided participants with an outlet, along with ideas to continue our pursuit in Education." ~ Vanessa A.
"I loved the empowering conversation! I finally felt as if I wasn't on an island by myself as a female leader!" ~ Tara A.