Chelsea Meldrum

As Chief Development & External Affairs Officer at EmployIndy, Chelsea Meldrum will report directly to the President & CEO and directs all advancement activities supporting EmployIndy’s strategic vision and plan including resource and fund development, communications and public relations, and stakeholder impact. Chelsea has 14 years of progressive experience in workforce development serving as a project director for grants from the US Department of Labor, overseeing grant-making and fund allocation strategies, securing over $25 million dollars in grant awards, and implementing new programs and strategic initiatives. As a non-profit professional throughout her career, Chelsea previously led fundraising and communications efforts for both charitable and arts organizations.