Ellen Reed

Ellen Leroy-Reed currently serves as the Executive Director of Mississippi Park Connection, a position held since June 2023. Prior to this role, Ellen was the Executive Director of Friends of the GTM Reserve from July 2016 to June 2023, where responsibilities included supporting environmental education and resource stewardship. Earlier experience includes founding ELR Consulting Group, LLC as President/CEO from January 2010 to July 2016, and serving as Gala Director for the American Heart Association | American Stroke Association. Ellen has also held development and leadership roles in various organizations, including Director of Development and Sponsorship at One Spark, Inc., and Director of Business Development at Breaking Ground Contracting Company. Additionally, Ellen was involved as a past president of the board of directors for the US Green Building Council North Florida Chapter. Ellen's educational background includes studies at Saint Leo University.