Kelly Walberg is a dynamic communications strategist and pragmatic leader with over 20 years of experience, primarily in the nonprofit sector. As Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT), Kelly drives strategic initiatives that amplify the foundation’s mission and maximize its impact on the community. Her expertise spans community partnerships, media relations, crisis management, stakeholder engagement, and brand storytelling—ensuring the foundation’s work resonates deeply with diverse audiences.

A key member of CFMT’s senior leadership team, Kelly is instrumental in shaping the organization’s future through an invigorated strategic framework focused on turning generosity into transformative change. Under her leadership, the foundation has strengthened its presence as a trusted community partner, leveraging innovative campaigns and storytelling to inspire action.

Before stepping into her current role, Kelly served as CFMT’s Communications and Digital Marketing Manager, where her creative vision led to groundbreaking projects like an award-winning Report to the Community and the exponential growth of CFMT’s digital footprint. She played a pivotal role in the success of The Big Payback, a 24-hour community giving event that has raised over $30 million for Middle Tennessee nonprofits.

Kelly’s commitment to community extends beyond her professional achievements. She serves on the National Branding Campaign Steering Committee for the Community Foundation Awareness Initiative, is a founding executive committee member Nashville VOAD, and Board member of the Community Resource Center. Her passion for connecting generosity with community needs earned her recognition as part of the Nashville Business Journal’s 2024 Women of Influence class and the Vibrant Hero Award for Vibrant Emotional Health.

Known for her visionary thinking, storytelling acumen, and ability to galvanize audiences, Kelly empowers organizations to turn their communications into meaningful action. Her approach transforms leaders into advocates, campaigns into movements, and missions into lasting impact.