Kelly Merkl

Kelly Merkl is an accomplished sales leader with extensive experience in the education technology sector. Currently serving as the Director of Sales at IXL Learning since April 2023, Kelly leads sales and account management teams across multiple brands. Prior to this role, Kelly held various positions at Teachers Pay Teachers from September 2017 to March 2023, including Director of Sales, where responsibilities included managing a diverse team and driving B2B sales efforts. Kelly's background encompasses significant roles in the Special Olympics North Carolina and MGR Youth Empowerment, focusing on program development and partnership building. A graduate of Virginia Tech, Kelly holds a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Conservation and Recreation Management.