Elise Kersey

Elise Kersey is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in philanthropic leadership and development within various organizations. Currently serving as a Senior Philanthropic Advisor at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC since September 2022, Elise has previously held key roles including Executive Director at Mapleton Education Foundation, Director of Development at the University of Colorado Denver, and Youth Market Fundraising Director at the American Heart Association. Other positions include Director of Community School Partnerships at United Way of Salt Lake and Major Gifts Officer at Mile High United Way, where Elise significantly enhanced donor relationships and secured substantial funding. Elise's educational background includes a Master of Education in Elementary Education from the University of Florida and a Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Event Management from the same institution.