Bio
Karen Fichuk is a distinguished business leader with nearly three decades of experience in the information services and analytics sectors. She previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of Randstad North America and President for the Nielsen Company. Currently, she serves as an Independent Director at Equifax, Inc. and strategic advisor for several start-ups in the technology/AI sector.
Ms. Fichuk’s tenure at Randstad began in 2019, when she was appointed CEO of Randstad North America and Executive Board Member. In this role, she led the organization’s strategic growth initiatives, focusing on leveraging technology and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the workforce.
Prior to joining Randstad, Ms. Fichuk held various senior positions at Nielsen Holdings Ltd., where she served as President of Developed Markets and North America. Her leadership at Nielsen was marked by a commitment to data-driven decision-making and operational excellence, qualities that she continues to bring to her current endeavors.
In 2023, Ms. Fichuk expanded her leadership influence by joining the board of directors at Equifax, Inc., further showcasing her dedication to advancing the fields of data, analytics and information services.
Karen is a graduate of Colorado State University and her involvement with the College of Business Global Leadership Council reflects her commitment to fostering collaboration between industry and academia and advancing the use of business for a better world.