Karen Gonyea
Regional Business Development – Minnesota
Karen brings 18 years of experience in sales and commercial interiors to her role at Perpetuum Designs. With a strong background in the furniture and interiors industry, she has partnered with clients across education, corporate, healthcare, government, and hospitality sectors to deliver spaces that balance functionality and aesthetics. Known for her consultative approach, she excels at business development—opening new opportunities, building lasting relationships, and guiding high-value projects from concept through successful completion. At Perpetuum Designs, Karen focuses on expanding the studio’s presence in hospitality and commercial markets, nurturing client relationships, and connecting visionary business owners with design solutions that elevate both experience and brand identity. She is passionate about how thoughtful design can influence customer engagement and long-term business success. Outside the studio, Karen enjoys ballroom dancing, paddle boarding, and traveling to explore new cultures, always finding inspiration in the connection between people and place.