CHRISTI KELLEY
President & CEO
Since joining the agency in 1985, Christi has played a pivotal role in transforming Kelley & Associates into a trusted partner for regional and national clients across a wide range of industries.
She is deeply involved in the oversight and coordination of all client accounts, bringing decades of strategic insight to every campaign. Known for her ability to craft marketing plans that deliver measurable results, Christi excels in brand development, media planning and buying, creative direction, and public engagement.
Beyond the agency, Christi is an active and respected community leader. She currently serves as Chair of the Governing Board for Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett and is a board member for First South Financial Credit Union. Her past leadership roles include service on the boards of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis, the National Civil Rights Museum, and the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce.
Christi’s leadership is defined by a commitment to creativity, collaboration, and meaningful impact—for both her clients and her community.
Amanda Wilson
Marketing and Operations Director
Amanda is a marketing and operations professional with more than a decade of experience in business ownership, brand development, digital marketing, event planning, and community engagement. As a former business owner and operator, she brings hands-on expertise in marketing, creative direction, team leadership, human resources, sales, and customer experience.
Amanda combines a creative and entrepreneurial approach with a passion for building strong brands, meaningful partnerships, and engaging experiences. A lifelong Memphian, she attended both the University of Memphis and Crichton College. She remains actively involved in her community through church and school leadership, fundraising, volunteer coordination, and nonprofit work.
BRIER TURNER
Bookkeeper
Brier handles accounting for Kelley & Associates. Her responsibilities include managing payroll, tracking expenses, and supervising all other financial transactions. A proactive problem-solver, Brier has a high aptitude for organization and efficiency, which she has previously utilized in accounting and development roles for Memphis-area organizations including the Pink Palace Family of Museums, the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, Memphis Arts Council, and Memphis Public Libraries. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of Memphis.
