Pink-Haired Lady - Konnect FEST Facilitator

Bio of the Pink-Haired Lady (Karen)

Karen, affectionately known as the Pink-Haired Lady, is a vibrant advocate for individuals with disabilities and their families. With over 20 years of experience in the employment sector, she is passionate about helping job seekers and businesses thrive through effective connections and support. As the founder of Konnect FEST, a community-focused event series, Karen aims to create an inclusive space for genuine interactions among service providers, families, and individuals in the disability sector.

Karen's journey began with her personal experiences as a mother to an autistic and ADHD son, which ignited her commitment to support other families facing similar challenges. Her mission is to empower others, build strong networks, and facilitate collaborations that foster positive outcomes.

In addition to organizing Konnect FEST events, Karen offers a variety of services, including social media management, brand awareness, and marketing support for providers. She believes in the power of storytelling and authentic communication, crafting raw and genuine content that highlights the strengths of businesses in the sector.

Recognizing the need for community connection, Karen founded Sparkle Thoughts Collective, a supportive group for business owners who are neurodivergent or passionate about creating inclusive environments. As someone who discovered her own ADHD at the age of 40, Karen embraces her uniqueness and encourages others to celebrate their individuality.

With her signature pink hair and infectious energy, Karen is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those she serves. She is committed to building bridges within the community, helping people connect, grow, and thrive together. Through her initiatives, she continues to inspire others to pursue their dreams and support each other on their journeys.

Upcoming (1)

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES! primary image

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES!

Friday at 7:00 PM

Free

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES! primary image

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES!

Friday at 7:00 PM

Free

Past (114)

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Today at 10:30 AM

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NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event primary image

NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event

Sat, Nov 9, 9:30 AM

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Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness primary image

Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness

Mon, Oct 28, 10:30 AM

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Empower & Connect:  Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady! primary image

Empower & Connect: Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady!

Fri, Oct 25, 10:00 AM

Free

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental primary image

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30 AM

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NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan primary image

NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan

Mon, Oct 21, 10:30 AM

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Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event primary image

Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event

Fri, Oct 18, 6:30 PM

Free

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers! primary image

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers!

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00 PM

Free

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community. primary image

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community.

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30 AM

Free

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Wed, Oct 9, 10:30 AM

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Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support primary image

Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support

Tue, Oct 8, 10:30 AM

Free

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities primary image

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities

Fri, Oct 4, 10:00 AM GMT+10

Free

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Today at 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event primary image

NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event

Sat, Nov 9, 9:30 AM

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Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness primary image

Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness

Mon, Oct 28, 10:30 AM

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Empower & Connect:  Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady! primary image

Empower & Connect: Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady!

Fri, Oct 25, 10:00 AM

Free

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental primary image

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30 AM

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NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan primary image

NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan

Mon, Oct 21, 10:30 AM

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Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event primary image

Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event

Fri, Oct 18, 6:30 PM

Free

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers! primary image

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers!

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00 PM

Free

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community. primary image

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community.

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30 AM

Free

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Wed, Oct 9, 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support primary image

Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support

Tue, Oct 8, 10:30 AM

Free

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities primary image

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities

Fri, Oct 4, 10:00 AM GMT+10

Free

Bio of the Pink-Haired Lady (Karen)

Karen, affectionately known as the Pink-Haired Lady, is a vibrant advocate for individuals with disabilities and their families. With over 20 years of experience in the employment sector, she is passionate about helping job seekers and businesses thrive through effective connections and support. As the founder of Konnect FEST, a community-focused event series, Karen aims to create an inclusive space for genuine interactions among service providers, families, and individuals in the disability sector.

Karen's journey began with her personal experiences as a mother to an autistic and ADHD son, which ignited her commitment to support other families facing similar challenges. Her mission is to empower others, build strong networks, and facilitate collaborations that foster positive outcomes.

In addition to organizing Konnect FEST events, Karen offers a variety of services, including social media management, brand awareness, and marketing support for providers. She believes in the power of storytelling and authentic communication, crafting raw and genuine content that highlights the strengths of businesses in the sector.

Recognizing the need for community connection, Karen founded Sparkle Thoughts Collective, a supportive group for business owners who are neurodivergent or passionate about creating inclusive environments. As someone who discovered her own ADHD at the age of 40, Karen embraces her uniqueness and encourages others to celebrate their individuality.

With her signature pink hair and infectious energy, Karen is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those she serves. She is committed to building bridges within the community, helping people connect, grow, and thrive together. Through her initiatives, she continues to inspire others to pursue their dreams and support each other on their journeys.

Events

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES! primary image

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES!

Friday at 7:00 PM

Free

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES! primary image

NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers of all AGES!

Friday at 7:00 PM

Free

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Today at 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event primary image

NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event

Sat, Nov 9, 9:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness primary image

Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness

Mon, Oct 28, 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

Empower & Connect:  Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady! primary image

Empower & Connect: Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady!

Fri, Oct 25, 10:00 AM

Free

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental primary image

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30 AM

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NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan primary image

NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan

Mon, Oct 21, 10:30 AM

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Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event primary image

Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event

Fri, Oct 18, 6:30 PM

Free

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers! primary image

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers!

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00 PM

Free

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community. primary image

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community.

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30 AM

Free

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Wed, Oct 9, 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support primary image

Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support

Tue, Oct 8, 10:30 AM

Free

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities primary image

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities

Fri, Oct 4, 10:00 AM GMT+10

Free

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Today at 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event primary image

NDIS Sydney Konnect FEST - Networking Event

Sat, Nov 9, 9:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness primary image

Aspley Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Housing & Homelessness

Mon, Oct 28, 10:30 AM

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Empower & Connect:  Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady! primary image

Empower & Connect: Inner Knowing Respite Retreat & the Pink-Haired Lady!

Fri, Oct 25, 10:00 AM

Free

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental primary image

Gold Coast Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities - Mindful Youth Mental

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan primary image

NDIS Networking EVENT - Daisy Hill/ Logan

Mon, Oct 21, 10:30 AM

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Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event primary image

Redcliffe Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities -Mix N Mingle Night Event

Fri, Oct 18, 6:30 PM

Free

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers! primary image

Redcliffe NDIS Info Night for Parents, Participants and Carers!

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00 PM

Free

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community. primary image

South West SYD- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community.

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30 AM

Free

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event primary image

Ipswich - NDIS Provider Mini Growth Referral Event

Wed, Oct 9, 10:30 AM

Check ticket price on event

Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support primary image

Gold Coast- Networking Event Uniting NDIS, Aged Care, & Community Support

Tue, Oct 8, 10:30 AM

Free

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities primary image

Melbourne Konnect FEST: Linking Care Communities

Fri, Oct 4, 10:00 AM GMT+10

Free