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Kara Davis

Chief Human Capital Strategist, Exemplar Companies, PBC
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Credentials

  • Certified Mediator, National Association of Certified Mediators (NACM), renewed 2025
  • Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR), 2016
  • Professional in Human Resources (PHR), 2008
  • SHRM member; SHRM Essentials of Human Resources and Conflict Resolution, 2010
  • Transformative Mediation Training, National Accreditation for Certified Mediators, 2025
  • Facilitative Mediation Certification, Georgia Family Courts, 2022
  • MBA in Risk and Project Management, University of Phoenix
  • B.S. in Developmental and Child Psychology, Carlow College
  • Associate degree in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration and Certificate in Human Resources Development, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

At Exemplar

  • Kara is a strategic visionary with more than two decades of global leadership experience spanning federal contracting, human-capital optimization, brand positioning, and operational execution. Her career reflects a distinctive blend of corporate precision and holistic insight trusted by executive teams, nonprofits, and fast-growing ventures. As a proven change agent, she has transformed workforce ecosystems for multinational firms, government contractors, and mission-driven organizations. Her leadership has helped scale operations, support mergers, integrate workforce cultures, and improve retention, profitability, and brand equity.

Leadership

  • Kara is known for a collaborative and inclusive leadership style that empowers teams to innovate and achieve excellence. She also serves on the boards of two nonprofits dedicated to helping at-risk and underserved communities secure meaningful employment and achieve self-sufficiency.

 

The Real Me

Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, I am a passionate mixed martial artist with experience in Krav Maga, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai. Outside of work, I treasure time with my husband, children, and pet. I am also an avid surfer and marine-life enthusiast who enjoys hiking, beachcombing, and connecting with nature alongside my family.