Kim Ellsworth, MBA
About Kim Ellsworth, MBA
Kim Ellsworth, MBA, is a Project Manager at the Minnesota Department of Health, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Superior and an MBA in Leadership & Change from the College of St. Scholastica.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Kim Ellsworth has been employed at the Minnesota Department of Health since 2020, serving as a Project Manager. In this role, she is involved in the State Emergency Operations Center, where she contributes to emergency management and public health initiatives. Her responsibilities include overseeing projects that enhance the state's response capabilities and ensure effective communication during public health emergencies.
Previous Experience at Minnesota Department of Corrections
Prior to her current position, Kim Ellsworth worked at the Minnesota Department of Corrections as a Training & Development Supervisor I from 2018 to 2020. In this capacity, she focused on developing training programs and initiatives aimed at improving staff performance and operational efficiency within the department.
Career at Essentia Health
Kim Ellsworth has a significant history with Essentia Health, where she held multiple roles from 2006 to 2018. She started as a Coordinator from 2006 to 2011, followed by a position as an Educator from 2011 to 2013. She then served as a Hospice Volunteer Supervisor from 2013 to 2018. In these roles, she was responsible for coordinating educational programs and supervising volunteer efforts in hospice care.
Education and Expertise
Kim Ellsworth earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Superior, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She furthered her education at the College of St. Scholastica, where she obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Leadership & Change from 2016 to 2018. Her educational background supports her expertise in project management and organizational leadership.