Kelli Ward, Ms (She/Her)
About Kelli Ward, Ms (She/Her)
Kelli Ward is a Senior Manager of Internal Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility at Aventiv Technologies, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive experience in communication strategies, having previously held roles at various organizations including Alcon and Quisitive, and holds a Master's Degree in Strategic Communications from Purdue University.
Work at Aventiv Technologies
Kelli Ward currently serves as the Senior Manager of Internal Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility at Aventiv Technologies. She has been in this role since 2023, working remotely. In her position, she has developed and implemented global communication plans for over 150,000 employees, demonstrating her expertise in large-scale communication strategies. Prior to this role, she worked as the Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at the same company from 2022 to 2023.
Previous Experience in Communications and Philanthropy
Kelli Ward has extensive experience in communications and philanthropy. She worked at Morris Communications as a Production Coordinator from 2008 to 2010. She then served as the Director of Philanthropy and Senior Digital Communications Strategist at Quisitive from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she held roles at Revel Consulting as a Senior Organizational Engagement Consultant from 2017 to 2020 and at The Spur Group in various capacities from 2020 to 2022, including Senior Consultant and Client Delivery Manager.
Education and Expertise
Kelli Ward holds a Master’s Degree in Strategic Communications from Purdue University. She also earned a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences with a focus on Non-Profit Management, Sociology, and Art from the University of North Texas. Furthermore, she studied Graphic Design at The Art Institutes, obtaining an Associate's degree. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication strategies and organizational engagement.
Background in Internal Communications
Kelli Ward has a strong background in internal communications, having worked as a Senior Internal Communications Manager at Alcon, a Novartis company, from 2010 to 2015. In this role, she successfully launched intranet platforms and led internal social campaigns that positively impacted company culture. Her experience spans over two decades, with a focus on creating engaging environments for employees through effective communication.
Achievements in Employee Engagement
Kelli Ward is recognized for her collaboration skills and her ability to connect employees through narratives and technology. She has a passion for fostering environments where employees feel engaged and valued, emphasizing transparency and two-way communication. Her work in managing change communications during IT platform transitions has ensured that employees remain informed and engaged throughout organizational changes.