Kelly Ernst

Kelly Ernst MPH is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in public health and resource mobilization. Currently serving as SVP, Chief Impact Officer at March of Dimes since September 2011, Kelly has successfully led a multifunctional team to secure over $60 million in annual revenue while ensuring community impact and financial accountability. Previous roles include Senior Vice President of Science and Strategy and Vice President of Maternal & Child Health at March of Dimes, where focus was placed on equitable programming to reduce maternal and infant health disparities. Kelly’s earlier experience includes resource mobilization consulting for UNICEF and WHO, as well as serving as an Education Advisor at the US Embassy in Malawi and a Peace Corps Volunteer. Kelly holds a Master’s in Public Health from Université libre de Bruxelles.