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Kelli Bettenhausen joined JMJ in 2014. She brings over 20 years of diverse experience in leadership, safety, program development and grant management in the public health, government, education and construction industries. She is passionate about working with individuals and organizations in safety, strategy, culture and transformation. Her diverse work history includes supporting organizations in oil and gas, construction and manufacturing.

Kelli values and understands the importance of effective leadership and the direct correlation to an organization’s success. She is passionate about what drives human behavior. Kelli has led collaborative community initiatives, bringing together individuals from non-profit, for-profit, education, and faith-based organizations with great success and has experience working with people at all developmental levels; ranging from early childhood (birth to five) to the elderly.

Kelli strongly values the art of inquiring and listening to be an effective coach, facilitator and leader in restorative practices. Her ability to build relationships and partnerships is one of her strongest talents.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Kelli has published a bilingual early childhood board book, “I Am! Yo Soy!” and was a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer and Health Coach. Kelli holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Nebraska, Omaha and earned a master’s degree in organizational leadership from Lewis University. She is also certified in restorative practices.