Kelli Walker
About Kelli Walker
Kelli Walker is the Director of Corporate Partnerships at Feeding America, where she has worked since 2013. With over 20 years of experience in aligning nonprofit needs with corporate goals, she specializes in people-centered design and employee engagement.
Current Role at Feeding America
Kelli Walker serves as the Director of Corporate Partnerships at Feeding America, a position she has held since 2013. In this role, she focuses on building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners to align their goals with the mission of Feeding America. Her work emphasizes people-centered design and aims to create impactful partnerships that benefit both the nonprofit and its corporate allies.
Previous Experience at Feeding America
Before her current role, Kelli Walker worked at Feeding America as the Manager of Corporate Partnerships from 2012 to 2013. During this time, she contributed to the development of corporate strategies that enhanced the organization's outreach and engagement with corporate partners. This experience laid the foundation for her subsequent promotion to Director.
Professional Background at Columbia College Chicago
Kelli Walker held the position of Director of Industry Campaign Initiatives at Columbia College Chicago from 2010 to 2012. In this role, she was responsible for developing initiatives that connected students with industry professionals, enhancing educational opportunities and career readiness. Her experience at Columbia College contributed to her skills in partnership development and strategic planning.
Educational Background
Kelli Walker earned her Master of Arts (M.A.) in Communication Studies from Northern Illinois University, where she studied from 1991 to 1992. Prior to that, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Speech and Theatre from Butler University, completing her studies from 1987 to 1991. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in communication and partnership strategies.
Expertise in Corporate Partnerships
Kelli Walker specializes in aligning nonprofit needs with corporate partner goals, leveraging over 20 years of experience in the field. Her expertise includes philanthropy, cause marketing, employee engagement, and thought leadership within the nonprofit sector. She is recognized for her mission-driven and solution-oriented approach to fostering corporate partnerships that create mutual benefits.