Kelly Kruse

Kelly Kruse is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in development and event management. Currently serving as the Senior Development Director at the American Heart Association since June 2021, Kelly has previously held significant roles at the Foundation Fighting Blindness, including Manager of Chapter Engagement and Events Manager, where responsibilities included expanding grassroots chapter communities and managing fundraising events that generated substantial revenue. With a strong background at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Kelly managed large-scale conferences and coordinated numerous presentations, ensuring successful event execution. Kelly holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality Tourism Management from James Madison University.