Karen Clark

Eugene, OR

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What profession other than yours would you like to try?

I've always wanted to be a baker. The only daunting part is getting up so early in the morning. However, getting to create delicious food that comforts and satisfies my customers would be quite rewarding.

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Work history

GarageGames July 2007 to the present
Program Manager

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Linden Lab February 2006 to June 2007
Development Program Manager

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How would you describe your time at Linden Lab?

I was promoted to Program Manager from my Project Coordinator role. I continued as Build Engineer and Release Manager through June, 2006. At that time I transitioned to a project management role. I currently work with one of our development studios as the dedicated Program Manager there. I aid the Studio Director in managing current and future projects, interface with our developers to debug new features, and with QA to ensure tests are completed. I use Extreme Programming methodologies to track velocity, and participate in creation of user stories and tasks. Finally, I serve as mentor to four colleagues in our company-wide mentor program. I am actively involved in hiring.... read more
Xinet January 2001 to July 2005
Engineering Coordinator

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How would you describe your time at Xinet?

I began my career at Xinet as a Technical Support Engineer. I then became the only QA Engineer, specializing in WebNative Venture, a web-based DRM solution backed by MySQL. Finally, I moved into the Engineering Coordinator role, interfacing with our seven engineers to schedule upcoming development.

Education

university of montana March 1996 to July 1999
Japanese

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How would you describe your time at university of montana?

I spent three years studying Japanese language, literature and culture.
university of california davis January 1995 to December 1995
Japanese

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How would you describe your time at university of california davis?

I studied Japanese language, literature and culture.
napa valley college June 1989 to January 1995
general studies

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How would you describe your time at napa valley college?

I studied many subjects, finding out about which I liked best while working to save money for school. Once I learned Japanese was my passion, I graduated with an A.A. degree and began attending UC Davis.

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Karen is professional, dedicated, and capable. Her objectivity is highly valuable and her kindness and sense of humor made time spent working with her a pleasure. I can make these statements without reservation.

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