Women of Excellence
Karen Sue Newberry |
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Title: | Executive Director |
Industry: | Nonprofit |
Type of Organization: | Nonprofit |
Major Product/Service: | Providing wounded veterans with innovative adaptive therapy programs on the ocean that help veterans achieve critical recovery goals away from military hospitals |
Expertise: | Ms. Newberry oversees operations. She is responsible for organizing activities including fishing. She offers fully equipped, handicapped accessible activities. Ms. Newberry oversees the building, maintenance and operation of various specially developed handicapped accessible boats for injured military, and disabled individuals who want to get on the water. She liaises with numerous captains who volunteer to run the boats. She also collaborates with local businesses regarding donations of marine supplies and services. |
Geographic Area of Distribution: | Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
University/Degree: | Some College |
Born: | October 7, 1967, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin |
Hobbies/Sports: | Yachting, being on the water |
Career Accomplishments: | Ms. Newberry states that Blue Water Warriors has a singular mission to help wounded veterans repair shattered lives. |