About Kelly
Kelly’s passion for business grew from a young age; she demonstrated a natural acumen for selling in her first Saturday job at 13 years old! Then came the love of analysis, communication, planning and strategy; all of which were consolidated with a degree in Business Management, followed by a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. Both of which have complimented her extensive career in education and business.
Through her roles in consultancy, Directorship, and company ownership, Kelly has gained a deep understanding of what it takes to consistently be one step ahead in business.
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She has been instrumental in the development and growth of several businesses, including her most recent company, Airhost For You, which she ran for 9 years and sold in 2024. This included a partnership with Marriott Homes and Villas by Marriot International, which is a testament to her strategic vision and leadership.
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Experience & Expertise
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Start-Up & Launch
- Founded an innovative online business, gained investment and government funding, drove membership, engaged three global organisations.
- Co-Founded an Award-winning interior design company.
Operational & Team Development
- Sound operational experience that took two founding partners from a tiny shared office to a business with a holding company, five subsidiaries, a 4,500 square foot office in a prestigious London location and 45 staff. Member of the Board.
Business Development
- Business development including strategy, marketing and communications.
- Exploiting growth via new business opportunities, diversification and acquisition..
- HR including staff development, training and management.
Financial Success
- Effective financial management to increase turnover and drive profitability whilst improving efficiency.
Business Exit
- Founded, grew and sold a short term rental business with 135 clients and over £50m of property assets under management.
Speaking & Presenting
- Presented at numerous events, trainings and conferences in the UK and overseas. ​
Let's Get Personal
When Kelly’s not excelling in the boardroom or with clients, she can be found out in the Spanish or English countryside walking with her two dogs – Arthur and Digby. Kelly initially adapted to a slower pace of life when she moved from Brighton to the East Sussex countryside, where she immersed herself in country life and discovered a new found love of nature, walking and gardening. Yes, gardening! She can often be found paddle boarding, hiking, swimming or doing yoga.
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Kelly now embraces a life with more sunshine as she splits her time between East Sussex and Spain.
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Kelly has a love of contemporary art, design and fashion.With her knowledge of interior design, she has remodelled the interior and exterior of her current East Sussex home.
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