Name: Karen DiMaria Years at Penn: 17 Years at FRES: 17 Job title (and brief description of job duties): Controller. Chief Accounting officer and head of the Accounting department, responsible for financial statements, general ledger and accounting operations. Have you taken any classes, received a degree, or attended any lectures at Penn? If so, please describe.. The Certificate in Executive Administration, May 2007 What is your proudest achievement, personal or while working at Penn? Encouragement of others, transforms individuals, empowers teams and lifts everyone up to a higher level. What is your favorite building on campus? The President’s House. What is your favorite Penn tradition, event, or memory? Commencement, every year, witnessing the accomplishments of future world leaders is truly inspirational. What three words best describe yourself: Resourceful, optimistic and empathetic.