Karen Rist

Chief of Staff

Karen serves as the Chief of Staff at McNair Group, focused on enabling the McNair Group’s seamless execution of best-in-class service. Leveraging her extensive background in scaling startups and driving strategic leadership and business development initiatives, Karen empowers each member of the McNair Group with proven strategies to deliver operational excellence. Together with McNair Group’s unmatched market knowledge and relationship-oriented approach, its enterprise-class operations sets McNair Group apart in the mid-Peninsula real estate market.

Prior to joining McNair Group, Karen held key positions at several high-growth startups, where she was instrumental in scaling operations, optimizing processes, and driving significant growth. Her expertise in navigating the challenges of rapidly expanding companies has equipped her with a unique perspective on leveraging innovation to enhance business performance.

At McNair Group, Karen is dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of the real estate industry while integrating forward-thinking strategies.

As Chief of Staff, Karen oversees daily operations, coordinates cross-functional teams, and leads key projects to enhance the firm's efficiency and productivity. Known for exceptional problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail, Karen effectively manages resources and streamlines processes to support the company's growth and success.