Kirsty Kelley

Kirsty Kelley is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in collaboration, innovation, and project management across various sectors. Currently serving as the IPDM Engagement Manager at the University of Exeter, Kirsty leads a Research England project aimed at fostering partnerships between academia, industry, and policymakers. As the Founder and Chief Nurturer of The Nature Nurture, Kirsty designs programs that connect people with nature through their relationships with dogs. Previous roles include Director at Kirsty Kelley Ltd, where strategic consultancy focused on collaborative partnerships, and Smart Cities Innovation Manager at The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association, where Kirsty managed impactful cross-sector projects. Additional experience includes project management at Neal's Yard Remedies and consultancy work at The Institute for Collaborative Working, complemented by early career roles at IBM in communications and sales. Kirsty holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Bangor University.