Karin Blythe is an experienced professional in the field of refugee and immigrant services, currently serving as the Senior Director of Refugee Services at Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota since April 2016. Prior to this role, Karin held positions at Community Refugee and Immigration Services, including Older Adult Services Program Manager from January 2013 to March 2016. Karin began a career in education as a Teacher for Teach For America from July 2008 to May 2010. Karin holds a Master's degree in International and Comparative Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, completed between 2011 and 2013.