Karen Young

Karen Young is Makor’s Director Of Employee Relations. She is responsible for recruiting, training, and developing talent, managing employee relations programs, and ensuring alignment with our core values. This includes monitoring key employee metrics, conducting audits, and promoting best in class hiring practices. She is committed to maintaining compliance with employment laws, managing employee benefits, and ensuring fair and consistent performance management across the company. With a focus on continuous growth, Karen leads the development and implementation of our Employee Handbook, guides the performance review process, and coordinates employee recognition programs. She also collaborates on compensation strategies, salary analyses, and market trends to ensure that our employees are not only engaged but also valued.

Karen joined Chartwell Management in 2016 through the acquisition of The Fairways in Derry, NH, and has since grown with our company as senior manager to regional leadership as our portfolio has expanded. She has over two decades of experience in the multifamily industry and has consistently displayed the ability to build high performing teams and efficient processes.