Karen Lai

Karen Lai is a testament to the strength, courage, and perseverance that all women embody. At the age of 39, she quit her job to follow her entrepreneurial aspirations in a decision to take full control of her life again. Both her and her husband believed that the investment in Karen’s future career would garner a return higher than any stock or fund. Karen is the Founder and President of KPM Power Inc, a company that provides customizable lithium battery solutions, including Battery Management Systems. She has a background in mechanical engineering and almost 2 decades of experience in global supply chain management, designing for manufacturing and validation, and vendor management. In addition to her professional achievements, Karen is committed to supporting and empowering women in STEM fields and is a member of the advisory board for York University’s BEST Program, which promotes entrepreneurial initiatives and programs in STEM fields.