MEET KAREN
I grew up learning that leadership starts at home.
Born and raised in Augusta, Georgia, my life was shaped by faith, family, and my lovely community.
Those lessons followed me everywhere: be honest, work hard, show compassion, and when something isn’t right, don’t stay quiet; stand up.
Today — as a mother, mechanical engineer, and community-builder — I am proud to call Brazoria County home.
A Life engineered with Purpose
I built my career in one of the toughest industries in America: oil and gas.
For nineteen years, I engineered projects, managed large teams, solved complex problems, and delivered results with precision and integrity.
The Heart Behind my Work
I will never be proud of a title.
“I’m a mom first. Everything else comes after.”
Motherhood grounded me. Engineering sharpened me. Community shaped me. Together, they taught me the kind of leadership that strengthens families: compassion, practical work, and honesty.
I have always, always been the person who steps in when something needs fixing, whether it is a broken system, a struggling neighbor, or a community that deserves better.
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The Heart Behind my Work
More than fifteen years ago, I founded Platinum Divas, a sisterhood built to empower and uplift women. It became a safe space where women connected, grew, shared, and supported each other through life’s challenges.
That same spirit lives in everything I do: uplift people, amplify unheard voices, and build community from the inside out.
I've spent my life life solving problems, guiding people with care, and bringing purpose into the spaces they belong. Now is the time — the time to shout 'WE BELONG'. Vote Reeder.