Writer, Content Marketer, Product Brain.
I’m not here to follow trends—I’m here to build something meaningful. With a blend of creativity, strategy, and heart, I help ideas come to life.
What people are saying:
“Kelly was so helpful getting a new wayfinding application (hellokc.info) off the ground for the Plaza District Council. It was not just the great design and user experience work. It was asking the right questions. How can we phase the project to gain momentum? How can we integrate with other partners? How do we define success? There's a big difference between building what the client wants and guiding them towards what they actually need.”
— Matthew Mellor, Board of Directors, Plaza District CouncilKelly is excellent to work with! Her incredible attention to detail means the project is done right the first time, and not only is she always on deadline- she’s often early. I always appreciate how easy she is to communicate with! Her skillset has added so much value to the content our company puts out, and we’ll always recommend her.
— Anna Petrow, Editor, Made in KC Explore“Kelly delivered a comprehensive, five-part series that combined strong reporting with clear, accessible storytelling. She synthesized insights from nearly 20 interviews into a cohesive narrative, highlighting both systemic challenges and actionable resources. Just as importantly, she was highly reliable throughout the process—meeting deadlines, communicating proactively, and consistently delivering polished work. Her reporting doesn’t just inform—it equips readers.”
— Jill Silva, Vice President of Sales, Deep South Today“Kelly is extremely detail oriented, organized, creative, and professional. She has superior communication skills that enable her to easily work well with both internal and external customers. I have never worked on a project with Kelly that has not been a tremendous success due to her superior skills and work ethic.”
— Former ColleagueKelly is a rare breed, a dreamer and an implementer. The result is an incredibly tuned in writer, volunteer, artist, colleague, and friend.
— Nicole Eubanks, Senior Director, Development Operations, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art“Kelly consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of end-user needs, market trends, and business objectives. Her ability to foster collaboration across teams, coupled with her dedication to delivering high-quality products, made her an invaluable partner. I can confidently say that Kelly would be an exceptional asset to any team, and I thoroughly enjoyed working together.”
— Jason Eastburn, Technology Leader & Software DeveloperJoin Me on Substack
The Tea Library
The Tea Library is a place for slowing down, settling in, and savoring words and—of course—tea. It’s for anyone who sees life as an exercise in vulnerability, romanticizes every day, and is pursuing big dreams.
Hope No One Reads This
Hope No One Reads This is for anyone who wants to create but keeps getting caught in the tangle of vulnerability. If you’ve ever thought, “I hope no one reads this,” but also secretly hoped someone would — this is for you.
What Readers Say:
“Thank you for the way you write with such tenderness and courage — you give language to things so many of us feel but can’t always put into words.”
“Oof, Kelly, this one hit. I'm feeling really emotional after reading it.”
“Beautifully said. I’m not crying, you’re crying!”
“You are a wonderful writer.”
“Kelly, this story is so relatable. Thank you for sharing such a vulnerable moment with us.”
“This was such a fun read!”