If you want to know where to get the best pupusas in Tampa, dim sum in Orlando, or burger in Lakeland, ask Karen! In her free time, Karen spends her time traveling, watching movies and checking out Central Florida restaurants. Karen’s family owned a restaurant when she was growing up in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. She loves seeking out restaurants that serve the Latin and Asian foods that are part of her heritage. Karen’s also a fan of the show “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” and visits Guy Fieri’s favorites whenever she has an opportunity.
Karen was born in Honduras and lived there until she moved to Miami to attend Florida International University in 1991. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from FIU and earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Florida Southern College. Karen began her professional career with a construction company in South Florida where she met her future employer and mentor, Stephen W. Baylis. She relocated to Lakeland, FL in 2004 to join Baylis and Company to run the Firm’s Small Business Services department in charge of preparing financial and tax reporting activities for clients. She enjoys providing accounting support and assisting clients find the right software and solutions to streamline their business day-to-day operations.
Most recently, Karen has been learning how to propagate African violets from leaf cuttings and started a mini-indoor green house. If successful, she plans to grow microgreens and succulents next.