Katrin Sirje Kärk

Katrin Sirje Kärk is an experienced leader in workforce innovations and financial capability, currently serving as the Director for Workforce Innovations and Co-director of Family Income & Wealth Building at the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) since February 2017. Kärk has successfully advanced financial and economic opportunity initiatives nationwide, collaborating with numerous community-based partners. Previous roles include Senior Program Officer positions at LISC and a significant tenure at NeighborWorks America, where Kärk developed key funding strategies. Additional experience encompasses coordinating at high-volume Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites and managing various roles in communications and program development at organizations such as Seedco and PolicyLink. Kärk holds an MPA from Baruch College and various certifications in financial planning.