Karen Etzkorn became Chief Information Officer of Qurate Retail Group^SM in December 2017. In this role, Karen leads information technology and digital strategy spanning applications, data, cybersecurity and infrastructure, which are vital to driving long-term growth, innovation and productivity.

Karen previously served as Chief Information Officer for HSN, Inc. (HSNi), which was acquired by Liberty Interactive Corporation in December 2017. She joined HSNi in 2013 and led a multi-year systems transformation of core processes and technologies that increased efficiency and fostered a seamless integrated experience for HSNi customers.

Before joining HSNi, Karen served as Senior Vice President and CIO at Ascena Retail, where she was credited with integrating the IT functions of three brands and consolidating the company’s data centers. Previously, she was Senior Vice President and CIO at Tween Brands, Inc. and held senior technology positions at retailers such as The Home Depot, Williams-Sonoma, Gap and Limited.

Karen is on the Board of Directors for Hibbett Sports, Inc. and the American Cancer Society. She received her bachelor’s degree in business administration from The Ohio State University.