Global imapct, local change: Leassons in social innovation from the frontlines. Oct. 27 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Join Karen Henken, MBA, for an inspiring conversation on building purpose-driven enterprises that thrive across borders.  Karen will share practical strategies for connecting markets, creating meaningful partnerships and launching initiatives that drive social change.

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Global Impact, Local Change:

Lessons in Social Innovation from the Frontlines

Join Karen Henken, MBA, a Stanford-trained business leader, Fulbright Fellow and award-winning educator, for an inspiring conversation on building purpose-driven enterprises that thrive across borders. Drawing on her decades of experience in business development at global tech companies such as Atari, Sybase and Sun Microsystems and her leadership in designing USD’s Master of Arts in Social Innovation, Karen will share practical strategies for connecting markets, creating meaningful partnerships and launching initiatives that drive social change.

She will also share stories from her work in emerging markets, including Rwanda, Vietnam, and Colombia, as well as her service on the boards of mission-driven organizations, including Kitchens for Good and Voices of Our City Choir. Participants will gain insights into how entrepreneurial thinking and global collaboration can spark transformation both in local communities and around the world.

Karen Henken

When:
Monday, October 27, 2025, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m

Agenda:

7:30 a.m. - Light breakfast + networking
8:00 a.m. - Presentation by Karen Henken, MBA
9:00 a.m. - Optional networking


Where:
University Club atop Symphony Towers
750 B St Ste 3400
San Diego, CA 92101

Who Should Attend?
Whether you're interested in graduate business school, business professional or just curious about social innovation, this session is for you!

Attire:
Business Casual

 
About Professors with Purpose

Professors with Purpose is an ongoing lecture series from the Knauss School of Business bringing the University of San Diego's remarkable professors out into the community. Featuring a wide variety of business and social topics, the events are hosted monthly at the University Club atop Symphony Towers. All are welcome to attend.

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