Kelly Mertl
October 29, 2018Kelly joined United Way Ottawa in the role of Director, Community Initiatives in 2013 where she works with volunteers and key community stakeholders on strategies for labour market inclusion of people with disabilities and newcomers in Ottawa. Her portfolio also includes working with partners to help reduce social isolation of seniors.
Kelly leads the Employment Accessibility Resource Network which includes over 105 organizations, all focused on helping people with disabilities find employment through employer education and other activities. She also convened the sector around United for Refugees, a partnership with key community organizations including the City of Ottawa, who all worked together to raise and allocate funds for the sponsorship and settlement of people affected by the Syrian crisis.
Kelly has over 25 years of talent acquisition, people management and training and facilitation experience in the private sector. Her breadth of experience and expertise, particularly in recruitment, diversity and inclusion initiatives, has been driven by her passion and desire to help make change happen in our community.