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Kelly Young

Kelly Young

Caldwell VanRiper (CVR)

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Kelly's work combines: Journalism, Writing, and Communicating / Sharing Stories

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Day In The Life

Director of Public Relations

Develop & implement strategies that reflect an organization's strategic vision using various communications tools.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

    Warren Central High School

  • Graduate Degree

  • Certification

    IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Public Relations and Fundraising Managers:

Bachelor's Degree: Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

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Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Peers:

    When I decided to go out on my own and create Baise Communications to focus on nonprofits, I heard "nonprofits don't have any money. Why focus on them?" ... My "why" is because I'm passionate about my work and the work of these amazing organizations.

  • How I responded:

    I would encourage anyone to follow their dreams, pursue their passion and do what makes them happy. It also helps to continue to learn more, do more and understand more about your "why" - and then go after it!