As someone who believes everything is possible, Kara Dao is a natural as Senior Director, Client Engagement and Operations. Whether it’s a client working on a shoestring budget or a colleague learning a new task, Kara has an open and approachable nature that makes others feel confident she will help them reach their goals.

When it comes to events, Kara is a true innovator. From simple tweaks that enhance the look of an event to elaborate changes resulting in a complete transformation, she can turn the ordinary into extraordinary. And she does it with events of all sizes, across multiple time zones and continents. One of the first events of her more than 25-year career was an exhibition that ranked within the top 100 USA tradeshows and seventh largest IT industry event. She also managed five international trade shows, working with a remote and global team to achieve an 80 percent profit margin. Insurmountable hurdles? Not to Kara. She knows what it takes to hold events within months of terror attacks and hurricanes.

When she’s not being amazing at work, Kara enjoys being with family and growing things. She loves to cook for others and is a pro at whipping up tasty and creative dishes from her garden paradise.

A graduate of George Mason University, Kara studied psychology and gerontology. She is certified by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health and has earned her Certification in Exhibition Management (CEM). She is working toward becoming a Certified Meeting Planning (CMP).