Karen Brown

Karen Brown is a Director of Union Global and President of Union Software, the platform’s digital infrastructure company serving unions and associations.

Brown is a respected labour leader who served as President of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO), representing more than 80,000 teachers and education professionals across the province. During her tenure, she played a central role in provincial collective bargaining, labour relations strategy, and advocacy for public education and worker protections.

Prior to becoming ETFO President, Brown held several senior leadership roles within the federation, including chief negotiator and grievance officer. In these roles, she was responsible for managing complex labour negotiations, resolving disputes, and supporting the governance of a large, membership-based organization. She has extensive experience working within the public sector and engaging with government stakeholders on education policy, labour standards, and workforce issues.

As President of Union Software, Brown leads the operating company that delivers membership, governance, and operational technology for the labour ecosystem. As a Director of Union Global, she brings deep insight into public sector labour systems, large-scale organizational governance, and collective bargaining frameworks — strengthening how the platform serves unions operating in essential public services and institutional environments.