
Karen Callahan
Senior Consultant & Principal
Leader, Schools Practice
Karen served as Managing Principal of Marts&Lundy’s Education Practice from 2020 to 2023 and is a member of our Board of Directors. Karen joined our firm in 2012. Along with her extensive experience in developing major gifts and annual giving programs and managing campaign efforts, Karen brings expertise in establishing advancement programs and cultivating and soliciting gifts from foreign constituents of U.S. schools, particularly those in Asia and Europe.
Karen is a frequent presenter for CASE NAIS and TABS. Her research on independent school philanthropy has included studies on international giving, board giving, and most recently, the impact of COVID-19 on metrics, productivity, budget, and staffing. Karen has also served as a trustee at two educational institutions in the Boston area, and is experienced in board development, governance, and training.