
President
She/Her
Karen Roth has almost 20 years of experience in engineering leading innovative research teams, as well as the strategy and execution of large portfolio projects. Her education includes a bachelor’s degree in software engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology and a master’s degree in systems engineering from Cornell University. She also has an executive MBA from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. She is currently completing an executive certificate in public leadership from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.
Her personal commitment to supporting and expanding women’s role in STEM spans participation in several not-for-profit boards such as the Girls Scouts and the regional engineering executive council. Her involvement in SWE includes serving as treasurer and the director of professional excellence. She proudly serves SWE in a personal capacity and does not represent any past or current employers.
Email: president@swe.org