Borgerson Research Information

Im Karin Lovisa Borgerson, a professional genealogist specializing in genetic genealogy and the founder of Borgerson Research. I use a combination of DNA data and historical records to help guide curious people on a journey of self-discovery where science meets story. I offer research, analysis, and coaching services to help clients discover unknown ancestors, solve family mysteries, and learn about where they fit into history. Advanced Genetic Genealogy, Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh, 2018 Advanced Genealogical Methods, Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy, 2018 Practical Genetic Genealogy, Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh, 2017 I'm a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and its Puget Sound Chapter. I served as Director of Education for the Seattle Genealogical Society in 2017-2018 and I'm also a member of the society's DNA Special Interest Group. I give presentations regularly in the Seattle area and online on topics related to genetic genealogy. I have a Bachelor of Arts in biology and anthropology from Oberlin College and early in my career I worked in biomedical research at the University of Michigan. I honed my ability to seek out and communicate complex information through graduate study in science, health, and environmental journalism at New York University. I also hold a Master of Business Administration in socially and environmentally sustainable business from Bainbridge Graduate Institute (now Presidio Graduate School). Before launching Borgerson Research, I worked for nearly two decades in higher education, health care, software, and environmental non-profits. I live in Seattle, Washington. When I'm not solving family mysteries, I enjoy West Coast Swing dancing, geocaching, and long-distance train travel.