Karen Personett

Karen Personett has served as the manager of DTE’s Culture of Health & Wellbeing transformation since 2016, leading initiatives that have earned 20 industry awards, including the prestigious C. Everett Koop Award. Under her guidance, DTE has been recognized as a best practice example in the U.S. Surgeon General’s Workplace Mental Health & Wellbeing report. With over 20 years of experience in driving transformational change, Karen believes that well-being is fundamental to both personal and organizational success. As a dynamic and inclusive thought leader, she excels at creating shared visions, developing comprehensive strategies, and unifying efforts within diverse organizations. Outside of her professional pursuits, Karen has been married for over 25 years, is a mother to four (mostly) adult children, and is a dedicated rescuer of Pitbulls. She also has a lifelong passion for martial arts.