Karen Swamy

About Karen Swamy

I’m a strategic HR Business Partner, talent development specialist, and professional coach—known for shaping future-ready leaders and driving people strategies that align with business goals.In my corporate work, I help organizations build strong talent pipelines by designing and leading end-to-end leadership development and career progression programs for middle managers. My programs drive real results: higher promotion rates, strong engagement, and increased leadership abilities across the board. Over half of my program participants have advanced in their careers.I\'m also the founder of Real Mind Shift, where I provide professional coaching for individuals navigating career transitions, pursuing growth, or seeking clarity in their next steps. Whether preparing for a promotion, rewriting a resume, or exploring a new direction, I help people uncover their strengths, evaluate new possibilities, and create actionable plans to achieve their goals.I believe meaningful work comes from intentional planning and self-discovery. When people understand their strengths, values, and aspirations, they can build careers—and lives—that align with who they truly are. That’s good for individuals and for organizations.Follow me here and feel free to DM if you\'d like to connect.All views expressed are my own.

Experience

1. Human Resources Business Partner

   AT&T

   Jan 2018 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Drive key organizational initiatives across sales, marketing, and support teams, ensuring seamless execution of talent processes, including performance management, organization design, and compensation adjustments.Develop and lead high-impact talent development programs, including \"Leading with Impact\" and the AT & T Business Future Leaders Development Program, achieving a 50% promotion rate and 95% participant satisfaction, strengthening the leadership pipeline.Lead department-wide change and process improvements, including Workday implementation and performance management enhancements, earning multiple awards for improving system efficiency, training effectiveness, and leadership engagement.

Education

• Rollins College

  Masters

• Skidmore College

  Bachelor of Arts - BA

• Skidmore College

  BA