Karen Collins

Karen Collins is an accomplished Senior Executive in Human Resources with extensive experience spanning over three decades. Currently serving as the Senior Executive Human Resources at PACCAR since January 2017, Karen oversees HR functions for over 10,000 employees across multiple global locations while managing key areas such as recruiting, global safety, and labor relations. Previous roles include Executive Human Resources at Kenworth Truck Co. and various HR leadership positions at PACCAR, where responsibilities included compliance, compensation, and benefits administration. Karen's earlier career included positions at organizations such as Rain Bird Corporation, Palmer & Cay, Arthur Andersen LLP, and KPMG Peat Marwick LLP, showcasing a consistent track record in developing and implementing HR policies and programs. An MBA in International Business and a B.A. in Political Science from reputable universities further underpin Karen’s professional expertise.