Karen Sherwood
Vice President, Corporate Experience @Avalara
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President, Corporate Experience @Avalara
Seattle, WA, US
Responsible for leading the Global Corporate Experience team at Avalara, which includes Workplace, Real Estate, Employee Events, and Administration. Focused on excellent customer service and amazing employee experiences inside and outside of the workplace. Started with Avalara as a office manager and coordinating all trade shows. Quickly moved to project managing office buildouts, managing facilities & budgets along with planning and executing all employee events and culture programs.
EDUCATION
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Speech Communication
ABOUT KAREN SHERWOOD
As Vice President of Corporate Experience at Avalara, with more than 18 years at the company, I oversee Workplace, Real Estate, Administration, and Employee Events. My focus is on delivering high-quality corporate experiences that create a supportive, engaging environment for employees, grounded in strong customer service and operational excellence.Working closely with my team, I design and deliver vibrant, efficient spaces and programs that reflect Avalara’s culture and values. Leveraging my Certified Meeting Professional credential and deep experience planning and executing high-level events and meetings, I’m committed to shaping experiences that drive employee satisfaction and support organizational success.I lead with intention, precision, and care, bringing energy and accountability to everything I do, always focused on results and excellence.Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, and recharging through activities that keep me grounded and energized. I value experiences that bring people together, whether that’s exploring new places, hosting gatherings, or simply enjoying time outdoors. These moments fuel my creativity and reinforce my belief that great experiences, at work and beyond, are built with intention and care.
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