Karen Chin, SMPS Atlanta Director of Education, has been in the A/E/C industry since 1999. She is a graduate of Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Art. After working in the non-profit field at the High Museum of Art, SciTrek and the Chattahoochee Nature Center, Karen took time off to have two children. Realizing her interest in architecture, a friend gave her the opportunity to start a new career working in the marketing department at CDH Partners, an architectural firm in Marietta. Karen now uses her talents as the Marketing Director for Van Winkle & Company, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Karen has been a member of SMPS Atlanta since 2002, serving on the Board as Secretary and Treasurer. She has been a member of the Communications Committee, specifically helping with the award winning Inspirationnewsletter since 2004. Karen has also been an active participant with the Mentoring Program.
Founded in 1931, Van Winkle & Company, Inc is a third generation family owned and run general contracting firm. Van Winkle is a full service firm offering preconstruction, construction and design-build services and specializing in the religious, educational (K-12 and higher education), private clubs, healthcare, industrial, financial fields and tenant improvement-interiors. Committed to integrity, ingenuity and innovation, Van Winkle continues to grow and serve the community and southeast region. Value built on a firm foundation.
