Our staff
KAREN SCOTT
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Karen Scott is a former educational administrator of 25 years and has found her passion in philanthropy to support under-resourced kids. Within the past 6 years, Karen has been a senior leader in development at various nonprofit organizations where she created a culture of philanthropy through authentic engagement and meaningful stewardship. Karen earned a Master of Science in Human Capital and Leadership Management and a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management from New York University. Additionally, she holds a certificate in Nonprofit Leadership Management from LaSalle University. Karen joined KEYS in June, 2022.
JENNIFER BARTLETT
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS & OPERATIONS
Jen Bartlett has over 30 years of experience in community engagement, initially coming to CT as a Financial Account Manager with the NCR Corporation. With more than seven years in leadership at KEYS, she excels in financial management, development, marketing, and resource allocation for various Bridgeport non-profits. Jen's strong communication skills help her build relationships with partners and stakeholders, enhancing collaboration for program objectives. As a musician and parent of student musicians, she understands the challenges families face in music education. Committed to inclusivity, Jen aims to make music education accessible for all and seeks to innovate programs that support young musicians' growth and confidence. Jen joined KEYS in 2018.
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
WILLIAM YOUNG, CHAIR
Consulting actuary for over 35 years with Aon, an HR consulting and outsourcing firm, former Board member of the Norwalk YMCA, clarinetist with the American Chamber Orchestra. BS in Applied Mathematics from Brown University. Served on the KEYS Board from 2009-2018, and rejoined in 2019.
GREG SMITH, TREASURER
Greg Smith has worked in HR and the total rewards field for more than 25 years, including working as a compensation consultant at Mercer's San Francisco office, as well as holding a number of compensation & benefits roles at PepsiCo, including leading global compensation, leading global benefits, and leading rewards across PepsiCo's Asia, Middle East & Africa operations based in Dubai. He holds a B.A. in history from Brown University, an M.A. in history from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an M.B.A. from the University of Michigan. He loves outdoor activities, including bicycling, competitive swimming and hiking. He is an avid reader, and he and his family love to travel. Greg is also on the board at Green Chimneys School, and he is an active volunteer at Feeding Westchester & the Fairfield County Food Bank. Greg joined the KEYS Board in 2023.
LIANE ROSEMAN, SECRETARY
Liane Roseman has been a lifelong advocate for children. She believes in the power of compassion, speaking up unequivocally, and taking action to create equity, access and systemic change. Liane earned a BFA in Film and Television from Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. She worked at NBC Productions, NBC News, and The Children’s Advocacy Center of Manhattan. She served for four years on the Board of Trustees of The Mead School in Stamford, CT. Liane was involved with GLSEN Connecticut for several years; GLSEN is a multi-racial, intergenerational LGBTQ+ organization working nationally and locally to transform K-12 educational systems in the United States. She served on the Parent Advisory Board for Special Services and 504 in the Wilton Public Schools, and most recently served on the Board of the Wilton Youth Council. Liane is an avid reader, a writer, and is sustained by a deep connection with nature. She volunteers with Food Rescue US, a local, direct food rescue organization that is decreasing food insecurity in Fairfield County and across the country. She and her husband Rich currently live in Wilton, CT, and have two grown daughters. Liane joined the KEYS Board in 2023.
GREG BAUER
Greg has been in healthcare for the past 14 years, focused on advising and commercializing companies with digital technologies that support clinicians with patient care. Much of this time he has been a Senior Fellow and Strategist at HITLAB, a New York City-based non-profit that provides research, education and consulting services for providers, health plans seeking digital health solutions. He joined HITLAB after completing his Master of Science in Health Care Delivery from Mount Sinai’s Icahn School of Medicine in 2018. Previously, Greg worked with digital and mobile media companies, including Softbank and Ticketmaster, serving in business development and marketing roles. Greg began his career in Chicago with Crain Communications and spent 15 years in magazine publishing, eight of which were with Advertising Age. He lives in Rowayton with his wife, Julie, and they have two grown daughters, Sarah, living in London, and Ellen, in Brooklyn. Greg joined the KEYS Board in 2017.
EDWIN FARROW
Owner of The Farrow Law Firm, which specializes in real estate transactions, and Owner of ASF Consulting & Networking Services, which provides research, legal writing, and business development consulting for small businesses. Earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminology at Auburn University and a law degree at Quinnipiac University School of Law. Deeply rooted in the Bridgeport community, Ed has served as Bridgeport Police Commissioner and was the founding Board member of the Great Oaks Charter School, a middle and high school serving over 500 students in grades 6-12. Ed joined the KEYS Board in 2021.