Team introduction - Karen

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Karen is part of our social media team – and also active on the ULT advisory board. This means she contributes her thoughts and strategic ideas while also ensuring that our topics are visible to the outside world. Here, she explains why she is so committed to education, what makes ULT special to her – and how she managed to oversleep on her school-leaving trip. 🌟

Name

Karen

ULT Position

Advisory board and social media

Superpower

Making things visible

What are your tasks at ULT?

I’m part of the social media team and also a member of the advisory board. That means I contribute both creatively and strategically.
In the social media team, I help develop content and work on making sure that what we do is seen and understood – by supporters, partners, and everyone who follows us.
On the advisory board, I support ULT’s development on a content level, bring in new ideas, and help with important decisions.
For me, it’s about showing clearly and authentically what ULT stands for – and why it’s worth supporting this mission.

Why are you involved with ULT?

Because for me, there’s nothing more valuable than knowing that what I do really makes a difference. Education is the beginning of everything – and sadly, still not a given for many. I find it incredibly fulfilling to use my experience and knowledge for something that truly matters.
With ULT, I can do exactly that. It’s amazing to see what’s possible when people come together with shared values. And I’m proud to be a part of it.

What was your favourite subject at school?

Business and law. I loved learning how economic processes work and how the legal system is structured. It felt real and relevant to life.

Where do you see ULT in 5 years' time?

I think in five years, ULT will be much more than just an organisation with its own school, even though that alone is a huge milestone we’re about to reach.
I see ULT active in more places, maybe with more schools or educational spaces we can support.

Tell us a funny/embarrassing/nice story from your school days.

I actually overslept our school’s final-year trip. The fully packed coach ended up picking me up straight from home. Half asleep, I climbed on board and was greeted by a bus full of very annoyed classmates.
It was incredibly embarrassing… but at least I made it!

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