Her early jobs were those like most of us did, but she started at the young age of 15 working in sales for J.C. Penny’s. Through years of working jobs of this and that, she came upon the real estate market on the Outer Banks, NC. After many years of serving and learning from others she became a self-made business women and owner of Grayce Properties.

She has served in the local church for as long as she can remember as Secretary, Treasurer, Missions, and more. She has also been on the board of MEI for several years working as our Treasurer, and her talents and gifts continue to serve us and Christ well.

Karen is married to Walter Gray, her husband of 32 years, and they have 3 children (1 boy and 2 girls), all of whom are grown and on their way in life. She also has 1 grandchild.

• A year-round rental agent and real estate broker