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.

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  • Message from the Foundation President

    February 14th, 2012

    It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as President of the Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind Foundation. In March, I will be handing the position over to Howie Dickerman¸ who will bring [...]

  • Winter 2012 Message from the President and CEO

    February 14th, 2012

    When I have the opportunity to bring someone to The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. for the first time, I always realize how much there is to talk about.  Ours is a unique organization, [...]

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    Make a Difference with Planned Giving

    October 27th, 2011

    Did you know that you can support the Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind Foundation and our mission while achieving tax benefits – and extending your personal commitment beyond your lifetime? By putting a planned [...]