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Karla Drenner

Georgia House of Representatives - District 85

District 85, Georgia

Karla Lea Drenner is an accomplished American academic and Democratic politician serving as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives for the 85th district in Avondale Estates, DeKalb County. With a strong educational background, she holds a Doctorate in Occupational Safety and Health from LaSalle University, a Master's in Environmental Studies from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, a Doctorate in Public Policy Analysis and Administration from Saint Louis University, a Bachelor's in Health/Medical Physics from West Virginia State University, and an MBA from Fontbonne University. Her professional roles include serving as an Adjunct Professor at DeVry University and a Professor of Public Administration at Purdue University Global. Drenner has also held leadership positions in various companies, including FedEx Ground and Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, and served as a consultant and director in environmental and safety roles.