CTG Names Karen Kalisz Managing Director of Human Resources

Experienced HR Leader to Advance People Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and Employee Experience Across CTG

BUFFALO, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CTG, a Cegeka company delivering IT and business solutions to organizations across the U.S., announced today that Karen Kalisz has been appointed Managing Director of Human Resources (HR). In this role, Kalisz will lead CTG’s HR organization, overseeing employee relations, governance and compliance, talent acquisition, workforce planning, and organizational development to support operational effectiveness and long-term business objectives.

Kalisz has more than 15 years of HR leadership experience partnering with executive, operational, and functional leaders to advance people-centered strategies across complex organizations. Her expertise spans organizational design, talent strategy, employee experience, change management, workforce planning, and executive advisory work.

Kalisz is recognized for her ability to balance strategic planning with practical execution, guiding organizations through workforce changes, strengthening employee engagement, and fostering cultures built on accountability, collaboration, and thoughtful decision making. She is a SHRM-SCP-certified HR leader and holds a professional certification in change management.

“Our people are one of CTG’s greatest strengths, and Karen’s leadership will play an important role in helping us continue to build a high-performing, agile, and engaging workplace,” said Tom Niehaus, CEO of CTG. “She brings a strong combination of strategic insight, operational excellence, and genuine commitment to employees. Karen has a proven ability to help organizations navigate change, develop talent, and strengthen culture, and I am confident she will help position CTG and our team members for continued success.”

Most recently, Kalisz served as Senior HR Business Partner and Associate Manager of HR at Henry Schein. She brings additional HR leadership experience from her time with Life Storage, Personal Touch Food Service, Immco Diagnostics, and Catholic Health. During her career, she has supported business growth, employee relations, workforce effectiveness, and change initiatives across diverse business environments.

“CTG has a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions to its clients while creating meaningful opportunities for its employees,” said Kalisz. “I’m excited to join the team and help enhance the employee experience, support leaders across the business, and advance HR strategies that contribute to long-term organizational success.”

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance our clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge in our ever-evolving world. Over more than 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner, working with our clients to shape digital together. Our expertise drives data-driven decision making, boosts business performance, enhances customer experience, fosters continuous innovation, and elevates cyber resilience.

CTG leverages the strength of our local team’s market and business knowledge—combined with the global expertise of more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries—to provide innovative solutions designed to address each client’s unique needs. Together, we work with over 3,000 clients in many of today’s highest-growth industries, including healthcare, finance and insurance, manufacturing, education, energy, and government. Learn more at www.ctg.com.

About Cegeka

Cegeka is a provider of IT solutions and services, supporting organizations with technology expertise across infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity. The company helps customers design, secure, and operate digital environments to support business continuity and long-term growth. Learn more at www.cegeka.com.