Karen Miles is an accomplished communicator who works across a
number of fields through her businesses and personal brand.
Karen is renowned for her creative engagement of people. She is
valued for her real world experience, energy, and approachable
presenting style.
TV Presenter / Producer
Talking about issues that matter, Karen has a natural ability to interview and
facilitate great conversations that leave us inspired and entertained. Karen is a
Parenting Expert on Ch 7's The Morning Show; Host and Presenter on Room to
Grow - a parenting TV show; and has produced 'Behind Closed Doors' a
documentary on domestic violence in Australia for the WIN Foundation and a
CSA on Ovarian Cancer for the Mrs Australia Quest.
Karen is signed with modelling agency Gordon Management / Real Faces and is
the current Mrs Australia World 2011/12 in recognition of her contribution to
women's issues and the community.
Author & Journalist
In addition to her published book 'The Real Baby Book you need at 3am' and
'The Working Parents Toolkit', Karen's Dymocks bestseller, 'Career Advice you
wish your mum had told you' provides inspiring and genuine career advice for
young women. The book was launched by David Morgan, former CEO Westpac
Banking Corporation with a foreword provided by Australian entrepreneur
Natalie Bloom of Bloom Cosmetics.
With a 15+ year career in journalism as both in-house and freelance Editor / Writer, from women's magazines to business publications, Karen's work focuses on inspiration, education, business, and lifestyle issues. Sample clients include Instyle, Practical Parenting, My Child, Cosmopolitan, and The Sunday Telegraph. Karen is a regular media commentator and was the founding publisher/editor of FRANK magazine - an inspirational magazine for young women.
Motherhood & Working Parent Expert
Karen is an expert on the impact of motherhood on women's identity and career. Karen works with individuals making the transition to motherhood and companies that are committed to retaining and supporting women in their transition to motherhood and their successful return to work.
A sample of Karen's clients include: Westpac, ING, Clayton Utz, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Westfield, RTA, Johnson & Johnson, Astra Zenica, Sara Lee, Mars, McDonalds, State Trustees, Australian Institute of Management, KPMG, Sussan, Mallesons, BT, Broadcast Australia, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Department of Premier & Cabinet, Business & Professional Women Australia, and Ambition Recruitment.
Karen authored the HR solution 'The Working Parents Toolkit' as well as 'The Real Baby Book you need at 3am' for new mums which was sold nationally through Sussan clothing stores and is currently available online.
Ambassador - Mrs Australia 2011/12
Karen's extensive community work has seen her champion many causes over numerous years as a voice for women. Most recently Karen focused on the impact of domestic violence in Australian families, and now ovarian cancer in her new community role as Mrs Australia World 2011/12.
Designer
Relishing in the girlie-side-of-life is Karen's online boutique stationery business 'Miss Scarlett' for stylish, time-savvy mums. Miss Scarlett customises baby shower invitations and birth announcements, christening and birthday invitations for your children.
Mumpreneur Mentor
(In her spare time!) Karen mentors inspired entrepreneurs looking to start or build their own business. Karen's clients have ranged from a nutritionist and educator, to an author and work-from-home-mums.
Young Professionals
As a former Director of The FRANK Team, Karen impacted thousands of people Australia-wide and internationally through her educational programs. These focused on career skills development and entrepreneurship for young professionals, Gen X and Y, and the youth market. Her clients included the Australian Government's Department of Education, Science & Training; Department of Tourism, Industry & Resources; Westpac; Commonwealth Bank Foundation; NSW Parliament; Department of Family, Community Services & Indigenous Affairs; Australian High Schools and Universities; and Australian Local Councils.
To all her work, Karen brings a deep experience in education, communication, and journalism, all focused on bringing out the best in people.
Karen has a Bachelor of Business Degree and is a proud mum to her two children Harrison and Scarlett.