Renee O. Carlton

About Renee O. Carlton

As the Director of Administration at K&L Gates, I lead a team of professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional client solutions. With over 20 years of experience in operations and administration, I have developed a strong expertise in managing complex projects, optimizing processes, and fostering a collaborative environment. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security from the University of Maryland Global Campus and a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute. I am passionate about applying my skills and knowledge to create innovative and creative solutions that meet the needs of our clients and stakeholders. My goal is to contribute to the success of K&L Gates and its global platform.

Experience

1. Global Executive Director

   Keller and Heckman LLP

   Aug 2025 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Keller and Heckman LLP is an international recognized law firm with a unique combination of legal and scientific expertise. Known for its leadership in regulatory law, particularly in the food, drug, chemical, and telecommunications sectors, the firm serves clients worldwide in navigating complex regulations, compliance challenges, and industry standards. With offices in Washington DC, Brussels, Shanghai, San Francisco, and Boulder, Keller and Heckman continues to set benchmarks at the intersection of law, science, and policy. As Global Executive Director, I serve as a strategic advisor to Keller & Heckman’s Management Committee and partners, guiding firmwide priorities across growth, operations, and organizational effectiveness. My role centers on aligning business strategy with operational execution, identifying opportunities for innovation and efficiency, and ensuring the firm is positioned to meet the evolving needs of its global client base. Working closely with leadership across offices, I help shape decisions that impact the firm’s long term direction, culture, and success.

Education

• University of Maryland Global Campus formerly UMUC

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Skills

• Budgeting
• Employee Relations
• Budgets
• Culture Change
• Business Operations
• Recruiting
• Multilingual
• Operational Excellence
• Tech Savy
• Leadership
• Cross Functional Relationships
• Operations Management
• Arabic
• Business Process
• Management Consulting
• Program Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Office Management
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Vendor Management
• Forecasting
• Event Planning
• Human Resources
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Training