Shanan Kelley

Shanan Kelley is an emcee and benefit auctioneer known for her skillful use of heart-centered humor and a thoughtful approach to fundraising strategy. She is Director of Development for the Kaycee Anseth Legacy Foundation and Board Vice Chair for Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts, and a trusted partner for nonprofits across the arts, education, community development, and conservation.

With over a decade of engagements behind her, she represents an event and organization as if she were a full-time member of the team. Her specialty is entertaining and engaging audiences through humor, a considered approach to content, and a focus on maximizing the potential of the event, whether a conference, fundraiser, awards ceremony, or comedy show.

Her background in philanthropy means she understands the challenges and opportunities nonprofits face when fundraising, and as a creative consultant she uses preparation time efficiently for the most impactful outcome.