Kelly K.

About Kelly K.

I lead programs that serve people and I build the systems that make them last. With 20+ years spanning healthcare, education, and nonprofit sectors, I\'ve managed the full lifecycle of complex, mission-driven programs: designing the structure, securing and diversifying funding, leading multidisciplinary teams, and driving measurable outcomes for children, families, and communities statewide. My record includes launching a statewide professional development program that grew from a 15-participant pilot to serving 800+ educators and providers as well as co-founding a grant-funded Multicultural Assistive Technology Center built from the start for sustainability. These aren\'t just program milestones; they reflect a leadership approach rooted in equity, access, and long-term impact. I hold a CPACC credential (Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies) and bring deep expertise in accessible program and systems design — because accessibility isn\'t a feature you add at the end; it\'s a foundation you build from the beginning. Operationally, I\'ve overseen multi-site programs, led teams of up to 50 direct reports, achieved 15% annual revenue growth through diversified funding strategies, and maintained rigorous compliance and fiscal standards throughout. I combine strategic vision with hands-on execution. Now completing an MBA with a focus on operations, organizational strategy, change management, and data analytics, I\'m expanding my capacity to lead at scale in education administration, workforce development, and mission-aligned organizations where operational excellence and human impact go hand in hand. Core strengths: program development & scaling · grant strategy & oversight · accessibility & equity · staff development · cross-functional leadership · financial management

Experience

1. Providence

   Feb 2024 — Present

Education

• Marquette University

  Bachelor of Science, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

• University of Minnesota

  Master of Arts, Communication Sciences and Disorders

• Western Governors University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General