Jenna Kelly
About Jenna Kelly
Jenna Kelly is a Senior Events Manager at Apolitical, where she oversees events for a social learning platform aimed at public servants. She has a diverse background in event management and a strong commitment to addressing social inequities.
Current Role at Apolitical
Jenna Kelly currently serves as the Senior Events Manager at Apolitical, a social learning platform designed for public servants. In this role, she manages events that support the platform's mission to build a 21st-century government. Her responsibilities include planning and executing events that engage over 200,000 public servants, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the public sector.
Previous Experience at Beam
Jenna Kelly was the first Events Manager at Beam, a tech for good company focused on assisting homeless individuals, refugees, and prison leavers in securing employment and housing. During her tenure, she played a key role in organizing events that raised awareness and support for the company's mission, contributing to its initiatives aimed at social impact.
Educational Background
Jenna Kelly studied International Business with French at The University of Edinburgh, where she earned her MA from 2012 to 2016. She also attended Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, completing a one-year program in International Business with French in 2014-2015. Additionally, she completed her A Levels at Strathearn Grammar School, focusing on subjects such as English Literature, Mathematics, and Physics.
Professional Involvement in Events Management
Jenna Kelly has extensive experience in events management, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She served as Partner Events Manager at Apolitical from 2023 to 2024 and previously held positions such as Senior Conference Producer and Conference Producer at Bonhill Group plc. Additionally, she contributed to TEDxLondon as a Tribe Member and part of the Turbo Team, enhancing her expertise in organizing impactful events.
Commitment to Social Causes
Jenna Kelly is passionate about addressing social inequities, including issues related to gender inequality, mental illness destigmatization, social mobility, climate change, accessibility, LGBTQ+ rights, and widening access to education. Her commitment to these causes is reflected in her professional choices and the events she manages, aiming to create positive social change.