Karen Fabiano

Karen Fabiano has worked at the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) since 2016. Ms. Fabiano currently serves as the Program Manager for the Local Development District Grant Program. In addition to the LDD Program, Ms. Fabiano managed the POWER Program for several years. Prior to ARC, Ms. Fabiano worked for over 32 years for the Ohio Department of Development. During her tenure at the department, she worked with the Small Cities Community Development Program, ARC Program, Community Services Block Grant Program, Weatherization Program and other federal and state programs. Ms. Fabiano has over 39 years assisting rural communities, non-profits and local businesses with their economic development and infrastructure needs.