Kelsey Bechtel
About Kelsey Bechtel
Kelsey Bechtel is a professional in Strategy and Operations, currently working at Candid Health in New York. She has a background in economics and politics, with previous roles at AlphaSights and various internships in political and research organizations.
Work at Candid Health
Kelsey Bechtel currently holds the position of Strategy & Ops at Candid Health. She has been with the organization since 2024, contributing her expertise in strategy and operations. Candid Health is based in New York, New York, and focuses on improving healthcare access and outcomes.
Previous Experience at AlphaSights
Kelsey Bechtel worked at AlphaSights for a total of two years, first as an Associate in Client Services from 2019 to 2021 and then as a Manager in Client Services from 2021 to 2023. In these roles, she was involved in connecting clients with expert knowledge, enhancing client relationships, and managing service delivery.
Education and Academic Background
Kelsey Bechtel studied at the University of Virginia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy & Leadership and American Government from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she attended the University of Virginia Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, furthering her studies in Public Policy and Leadership. She also completed the UNC Business Essentials program in 2018.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Kelsey Bechtel gained early career experience through various internships. She interned at BallotReady in 2018 for three months, at the City of Charlottesville for four months in 2017, and at MassEcon for three months in 2018. These roles provided her with foundational skills in research, marketing, and public service.
Writing and Editorial Roles
Kelsey Bechtel served as a Staff Writer and Junior Editor for the Virginia Review of Politics from 2017 to 2019. In these positions, she contributed to political discourse through writing and editing, enhancing her skills in communication and analysis.