Kelly Echeverria

Kelly Echeverria is an experienced emergency management professional currently serving as an Emergency Manager and Emergency Management Program Coordinator for Washoe County, Nevada, since February 2016. Additionally, Kelly held the position of Vice President at the Nevada Emergency Preparedness Association from February 2021 to March 2023, contributing to statewide resilience and serving as a liaison with government agencies. Previous roles include Disaster Program Manager and Disaster Program Specialist at the American Red Cross, where responsibilities encompassed all phases of the disaster cycle. Kelly's educational background includes a Master of Science in Crisis and Emergency Management from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Affairs and Criminal Justice from Roanoke College.