Kelly Drewry
About Kelly Drewry
Kelly Drewry serves as the Blue Light Programme Manager at Mind, a position she has held since 2020. With a diverse background in strategic roles across various organizations, she has accumulated extensive experience in account management, partnership development, and creative strategy.
Current Role at Mind
Kelly Drewry has been serving as the Blue Light Programme Manager at Mind since 2020. In this role, she oversees initiatives that support emergency service personnel and their mental health needs. Her work focuses on developing programs and resources tailored to the unique challenges faced by individuals in high-stress occupations.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Kelly held various roles that contributed to her expertise in strategic management and partnership development. She worked as a Senior Account Manager at Mind from 2017 to 2020 and as an Account Manager for a brief period in 2017. Additionally, she served as a Co-operative Partnership Executive at the British Red Cross from 2015 to 2017.
Educational Background
Kelly Drewry completed her BA (Hons) in Advertising and Marketing Communications at Bournemouth University from 2008 to 2011. She also studied at Palmers College, where she achieved A levels in Communication Studies, Media Studies, and Psychology. Earlier, she attended Grays Convent High School for Girls, earning 10 GCSEs.
Career Development
Kelly's career began with various roles that built her foundational skills in strategy and communication. She worked as a Trainee Strategist at Green Cave People in 2012 and held multiple positions at Wallace & Gromit's Children's Charity, including Project Manager and Fundraising & Communications Executive. Her freelance work at Bournemouth University further enhanced her research and creative strategy capabilities.
Internship Experience
In 2010, Kelly participated in a Summer School Internship at DLKW Lowe, which provided her with practical experience in the advertising industry. This internship complemented her academic studies and contributed to her professional growth in marketing and communications.