Karen Athaide

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Director, Systems Engineering - Singapore at Kimbal

Singapore, Singapore

Overview

Karen is an Energy Tech Leader at Kimbal, where she directs systems engineering for distributed energy systems. With over two decades in technology, her expertise spans architecture, integration, and delivery. She holds a Master of Technology from the National University of Singapore and is described by colleagues as dedicated, responsible, and a strong leader.

Outside of her tech role, Karen is an ICF Associate Certified Coach, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, and Mental Wellness Coach. A mother of two, she is guided by values of kindness, empathy, and service, volunteering to equip women with essential digital skills and empower fellow women in technology.

Unique fact: Karen applies systems thinking not just to technology and energy grids, but also to people, believing both thrive on strong connections and intentional design.

Personality Overview

Precise But Practical

Thorough Evaluator

Rigorous & Demanding

They respond better to strong and respectful interactions.  More than the product, they care about the effectiveness of the product. They are very proud of what they do.

Topics They Care About

Energy Transition
Her current work focuses on delivering distributed energy systems that enable the global shift to sustainable energy sources.
Strengths-Based Leadership
As a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, she helps technology professionals and leaders harness their unique talents to foster collaborative and agile teams.
Empowering Women in Tech
She actively coaches women in their leadership journeys and volunteers to provide others with critical digital skills for daily life.

Media Appearances

Karen has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
Director, Systems Engineering - Singapore at Kimbal
8-2024
Training & Tech Consultant at genXcel
4-2024 - 3-2025
Adjunct Trainer at Agape Seed Fellowship
4-2024 - 8-2024
Chief Tech Trailblazer & Associate Coach at Project Elev8
6-2023 - 3-2024
Personal goal pursuit at Career Break

Education

Master of Technology from National University of Singapore
Bachelor of Engineering from University of Leicester

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Insights For Selling To Karen

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • When negotiating terms, help them build an impression that they are the ones calling the shots
  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.
  • Be respectful but crisp

DONT's

  • Don’t take too much time in sending them information if they ask for any
  • Don’t be in a rush to invite them for a social meet and greet
  • Avoid being too verbose

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Karen is

  • Conviction around the impact matters the most to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Karen

  • If they decide not to use your product, they will say no clearly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Karen move?

  • They can take decisions very fast if you manage to convince them.
  • Can Karen take some risk or not?

  • The risks don’t matter much to them.

You And Karen

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