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ATTORNEY - TECH INNOVATOR - EDUCATOR

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ABOUT KAREN BHATIA

Karen is an attorney, tech innovator and educator who has spent her career helping businesses and communities thrive. She is a proven leader in innovation, economic growth, and public policy.

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She moved to Roslyn Heights more than 20 years ago and is committed to the community. Her family—parents, uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews—all call Nassau County home. For her, this isn’t just politics. It’s personal.

 

Born in Brazil to a Brazilian mother and an Indian father, Karen’s family moved to New York for better educational opportunities for her and her brother. She attended K-12 at public schools in NY. Like many families, her parents instilled in her the belief that education is the key to economic opportunity—and she’s dedicated her career to making that opportunity accessible to all.

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Karen’s proven track record in economic growth, public policy, and innovation makes her the right leader to deliver real solutions for Nassau County.
 

 

CREDENTIALS


Educator:  Teaches at Stanford University (NY program) and served as a Visiting Practitioner at Cornell Tech, where she advised and mentored the next generation of entrepreneurs.
                                                             
​Attorney: previously at a Wall Street law firm, where she helped businesses raise funds through debt offerings and IPOs. She later founded her own law firm, advising startups on corporate strategy, financing, and growth.
 

Tech Innovator: led New York City’s strategy to grow the tech sector at the NYC Economic Development Corporation. She managed a $200+ million portfolio spanning 30+ tech and entrepreneurship projects, including business support, workforce development, and innovation initiatives.
 

Education:
Stanford University (Bachelor's),
Harvard University (Master's), and
George Washington University Law School (Juris Doctorate)​
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Commitment to Public Service and Education: 

  • Since 2008, she serves as a volunteer attorney ensuring voter protection during national elections.

  • 20+ years volunteering at schools in NY and beyond where she helps shape policies and programs that support students and educators. 

EXPERIENCE

Karen’s Proven Track Record: 
 

Karen has spent her career bringing people together to negotiate solutions and create opportunities. She’s ready to bring that leadership to lower the cost of living, ensure public safety, and bring accountability to the government in Nassau County.
 

Economic Prosperity & Lowering the Cost of Living

Ensuring Public Safety and Building Strong Neighborhoods

Bringing Accountability and Transparency to Government

  • Supported thousands of businesses through incubation, acceleration, piloting, and funding.

  • Helped businesses create over 1,000 accessible, high-paying jobs.

  • Promoted workforce development by training hundreds of workers for jobs in emerging industries.

  • Helped businesses raise over $2 Billion in capital.
     

  • Over 20 years of legal experience, committed to ensuring laws protect and serve our residents.

  • Worked with schools to create safer neighborhoods and opportunities for children.

  • Expanded broadband access to 10,000+ New Yorkers.

  • Developed policies and programs for good governance rooted in integrity, transparency, and accountability.

  • Developed plans promoting technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness in government operations.

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