Kyle Kennedy

Kyle Kennedy joined the Urban Corps as Chief Financial Officer in 2013, added the roles of Director of Operations in 2016, Chief Operating Officer in 2018 and then Chief Executive Officer in 2019. He is responsible for the management of the day-to-day business operations essential to the organization including overseeing a $14 million annual operating budget and a multitude of environmental, conservation and construction projects which offer a vast array of services to the San Diego region while providing job training and education to over 400 at-risk youth per year.

Kennedy is a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) with nearly 20 years of experience developing and implementing financial systems, strategies, processes and controls that have helped companies and non-profits succeed in their mission. He has managed the accounting departments of multiple clients ranging from manufacturers to non-profits. Kennedy is a proven leader with a record of success in communications and in building strong unified teams. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from San Diego State University. His volunteer activities include financial counseling for the Rock Church, Mountain Bike Ministry leader, Do Something Events leader and Foster Youth mentor.

Kyle is a marathon and ironman triathlon competitor and car enthusiast. He is married with two children.