With over 20 years of experience in marketing strategy, with iconic brands like Triumph Motorcycles, Dodge, and Skip Barber Racing School, Karen supports the CFE as Associate Director of Marketing & Communications. She brings with her the appreciation that the only way a brand can succeed is by genuinely connecting with people.

Karen earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Western Michigan University, which allowed her to parlay her love of creativity and passion for making things happen into a rewarding career in marketing and sales. She is inspired by watching her brood of six blossom into young adults.

Karen is an avid OrangeTheory Fitness member, aspiring author, vegetarian & vegan chef, proficient at growing things, and a live music enthusiast.

To contact Karen Van Riper, email kvanrip@umich.edu

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