Karen Chupka is a seasoned executive in the exhibition industry whose expertise is in planning large-scale technology events. Chupka spent over 20 years at the helm of CES® and was instrumental in making it the global platform for introducing new and innovative technologies. 

Chupka has a broad level of experience in both live events and digital. She led a $120 million business and had oversight for sales, marketing, operations, and content development.  She was also responsible for events outside of the U.S. including the launch of CES Asia in Shanghai, China in 2015.  

She has served on many boards of various exhibition industry organizations and has received numerous awards for her contributions both to the exhibition and technology industries.  In 2022, she was recognized with an industry “Icon” award by TSNN, Trade Show Network News.  She is a member of IAEE (International Association of Exhibitions and Events) and participates on the World Technology of Games Advisory Board. 

Chupka loves traveling the globe, meeting entrepreneurs, and hearing about technology that is helping to transform lives.