Jennifer Karr-Lee
Jennifer Karr-Lee has 20 years of experience in frontline and corporate leadership and program strategy, leading diverse teams focused on employee and customer experience and engagement. With an educational background in psychology, Jen is passionate about strengthening and innovating the employee experience wherever she works, believing deeply that engaged employees are the best asset a company can have.
Originally from the East Coast, Jen relocated to the Seattle area in 2003 after completing her MA in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern University and joined REI as a seasonal stocker in the Seattle Flagship store. Over the following 15 years, she grew her career at REI through all levels of retail management and spent six years on REI’s corporate team leading company-wide employee engagement programs.
Outside of work, Jen is a mom, Seattle Public School volunteer, and avid outdoorswoman who enjoys hiking, biking, skiing, trapezing, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Message from Kirk Adams, Harry Egler, and Howie Dickerman
A mission gains its power through the collective efforts of the individuals who carry it out. As representatives of The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. and Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind Foundation, we’re pleased to [...]
Cheers to Lighthouse Supporters who Raised a Glass at Guest Bartender Night
President and CEO Kirk Adams (left) with Foundation Board President Howie Dickerman (right) Submitted by Howie Dickerman, Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind Foundation Board President I never thought that bartending would be part [...]
Building Opportunities: INL Groundbreaking Celebration was a huge success!
Our Building Opportunities: Inland Northwest Lighthouse Groundbreaking Celebration on May 31st was a great success, raising over $18,000 to support our upcoming facility expansion! More than 160 community supporters, employees, and event sponsors came out [...]
