As co-founder of OurCalling, Carolyn Walker serves in the role of Chief People Officer on the Leadership Team. She oversees all aspects of HR, both the paid and volunteer workforce, as well as developing new subsidiaries for future endeavors (OurCommunity specifically). Workplace culture and staff care are two of her passions, and she strives to utilize and teach proven tools and techniques to assist the entire team as they work in the difficult spaces of caring for vulnerable, traumatized people.
Carolyn's professional background includes corporate management, ISO accreditation with multiple businesses, and creating and managing start-up companies in the tech and AV industry. Her background in Accounting, Administration, HR, and social issues gives her a unique perspective to lead a diverse team. She believes the best way forward is through collaboration, and seeks to forge partnerships with fellow agencies and local governments, fostering a network of support to address the complex challenges faced by the homeless population.
Carolyn obtained her BAAS degree with an emphasis on Accounting from Stephen F Austin State University. Beyond her professional endeavors, Carolyn is deeply committed to her husband of 25+ years, Wayne, and their four grown children. She loves traveling all over the world, a good tennis match, and music - leading worship at various events at their home church in Dallas.