Genealogy

About Karen:

  • Experienced genealogy researcher, with over 40 years, of experience specializing in research methodology and techniques, census records, genealogy education, migration and mapping, problem-solving, researching using geography and maps, and web design.
  • Presenter of lectures at local genealogical societies, regional / national conferences, and webinars.
  • Avid amateur photographer and apply my photography skills to enhance my genealogy research, presentations, and toolkit.
  • Author of several articles for the Cobb County, Georgia Genealogical Society, Inc. “Family Tree Quarterly.”
  • Attendee at several NGS conferences to further my genealogy knowledge and research skills.
  • Active in the genealogical community:
  • Currently: Cobb County Georgia Genealogical Society National Genealogical Society (NGS) Delegate Council Delegate and Webmaster | Kennesaw State University OLLI Instructor | National Genealogical Society: Vice President for Society & Organization Management
  • Georgia Genealogical Society: previously served as President, Director Institute of Genealogy & Historical Research, Program Director, and Publications Director.
  • Cobb County, Georgia Genealogical Society: previously served as a Board Member, President, Membership Director, Newsletter Editor, and “Family Tree Quarterly” Editor
  • Retired professional information / instructional designer
  • Illinois native who followed my career to Georgia in 1987 to work for an international airline telecommunication company

Services Available:

  • Author / editor / writer
  • Brochure / form designer
  • Conference / workshop planner
  • Educational classes / instructor
  • Lecturer for genealogical meetings / seminars / conferences
  • Photography
  • Project manager
  • Technology for genealogy
  • Web designer

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Upcoming Events

Kennesaw State University - OLLI Genealogy Class (February 3 - 19, 2026 | Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Advanced Family History Research Techniques

RootsTech 2026 | A Genealogist’s Secret Advantage: Creating Ancestor Resumes | Sponsored by the National Genealogical Society (NGS) | 6 March 2026

Kennesaw State University - OLLI Genealogy Class (April 14 - 26, 2026 | Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Tracking Your Ancestors (Family HIstory Research)

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