Karen Tiambeng

Education

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering in 2008. Originally from the Philippines, her career path has taken her through the academic, telecommunications, IT, and media industries before settling into the world of pet tech.

Experience

Karen joined Tractive in 2018, driven by her lifelong love of animals and passion for creating thoughtful, effective solutions for pet parents. She previously served as the company’s VP of Product and is now Director of Process Management. At Tractive, she’s overseen Product, Communications, and Design teams, aligning product development, user experience, and infrastructure across mobile, hardware, and web platforms. Her work has helped bring cohesion to the many moving parts that keep pets safe and their humans happy.

Fun Facts

Karen spent 13 unforgettable years with her beloved dogs Mozzie and Nuggets, whom she brought with her from the Philippines. Now, she shares her home with Sushi, her 12-year-old blind (and likely deaf) pup. Outside of work, she enjoys the beautiful chaos of raising a toddler and reflecting on the unique blend of joy and mischief that comes with life alongside dogs.

About Tractive

Tractive is the leading provider of GPS and health tracking solutions for dogs and cats, with a mission to help pet parents keep their pets safe, healthy, and happy. With millions of pets monitored globally, Tractive is committed to improving the lives of pets and their families. The company’s diverse team, spread across Austria, the US, and Germany, includes members from over 40 nationalities, all working toward the future of pet safety and wellbeing.