KFL Strategies

10/15/2026

I didn't take the traditional route to becoming a small business owner and an Event Strategist. And, I didn't have to. But, it wasn't easy either.

On Wednesday, October 28, I'm joining Pride in Our Workplace (PIOW) and the Boston Lesbigay Urban Foundation for "Finding Success in Non-Traditional Career Paths," a free virtual forum for anyone building a career without a four-year degree, or with a few detours along the way.

I am very proud to be a part of this conversation. 💕

I'll be sharing my own story alongside a great group of speakers and breakout facilitators: Jill Monson (Monson-Bishop), Daunasia Yancey, EJ Labb, Michael Brown, Beth Carter, Veronica Jay and Jay Nakhai, LICSW.

Wednesday, October 28
6:00 to 7:15 PM ET
On Zoom, and free

You'll hear real stories, meet people from all kinds of industries in the breakout rooms (including me in the Events & Hospitality Breakout), and leave with practical help for resumes and interviews, plus free local resources.

It's open to everyone, and especially to anyone trying to figure out their next step.

RSVP: https://www.ceedcrm.com/pride-in-our-workplace/forms/finding-success-in-non-traditional-career-paths

If someone in your life needs to hear this, tag them or send it their way.

09/23/2026

One week from today, close to 400 people who work within the community development sector in will gather at the DCU Center in .

12 sessions.
30 presenters.
25 + sponsors.
21 vendors.
8 awards.

PLUS
Gubernatorial candidate conversations with Governor Maura Healey and Mike Minogue.

The beloved CDC roll call.

Breakfast, lunch, and lots of snacks.

Time to make new friends from CDCs from all over Massachusetts!

One epic summit produced by KFL Strategies and the deeply committed staff at the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations (Molly Kazin Marshall!).

Powered by Community: MACDC's 2026 Community Development Summit, Wednesday, September 30th. Registration closes this Friday at 12 pm.

I really hope to see my CDC family there! 🩵

Registration link in bio.

09/11/2026

09/03/2026

I have been an ILEA Boston - International Live Events Association member for two years and barely spoke to anyone. I am an introvert in an extrovert's job. Last week I flew to Chicago and finally met them. Karaoke three nights in a row.

If you have ever been the person quietly planning your exit at an event, check this out.

Nobody who knows me professionally believes this. I am an introvert.

08/25/2026

darling, Johnny Cupcakes | official kicked off day 2 of ILEA Chicago with an inspiring and fun talk on brand loyalty, creativity, and collaboration. Turns out we both share a love for Brassica Kitchen + Cafe! Came away with some dope stickers, a surprise shirt, and a lot of energy to reignite my often repressed creativity. Great start to the day!

08/17/2026

✅️ Planned our whole wedding
✅️ Married the love of my life
✅️ Celebrated with a small group of our closest framily
✅️ Planning an even bigger celebration for later this year
✅️ Back to work and ready for busy season!

Vendor shoutouts coming when we get our photos back 💗

I am so happy to be back at it with my team preparing for a busy fall at KFL.

Ribbon cuttings, galas, conferences...lots going on in the next 4 months. Stay tuned!

Oh, and if you're having a large-scale event in 2027: we should start chatting about it NOW 🥳

07/09/2026

I'm getting married! 💍
I've spent my career planning events for everyone else, and this time, I got to plan a very private micro-wedding with the love of my life.

To actually enjoy it, I'll be stepping back from work until August 4. Replies will be slow while we celebrate, and I'll be back at it on August 4.

Need something urgent in the meantime?
Email [email protected] and my team will take great care of you.

Thank you for the love and patience.
— Kelly, KFL Strategies

06/17/2026

I am SO excited to finally share what I've been cooking up with !

This September, KFL Strategies is heading to the with MACDC to produce POWERED BY COMMUNITY, MACDC's 2026 Community Development Summit.

Looking forward to a full day of incredible speakers, hands-on workshops, international networking, awards, a vendor fair, and more, all under one roof with community development leaders (some of my favorite people!) from every corner of Massachusetts.

So, mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 30. Early bird tickets drop July 1, and sponsorship opportunities are coming soon.

This is the kind of work that fills my cup. Cannot wait. More to come! 💚