Kelli leads the strategic vision and growth efforts for Onyx + East, including strategy development and expansion into new markets and business lines, overseeing corporate operations, growing capital relationships, and leading corporate culture to recruit and retain top talent.  

Before joining Onyx + East, Kelli was a partner for 18 years at a private, Midwest-based multifamily development firm. While there, she led development, construction, and overall market execution for Louisville and Indianapolis. 

In her 25+ years of real estate development, she has led the development and construction of more than 4,500 for-sale and rental homes valued at over $900M throughout the Midwest and Florida. 

Kelli is a recognized industry leader, named as one of the Indianapolis Business Journal 250 Most Influential People in Indiana in 2024 and 2025 as well as a Woman of Influence by the Indianapolis Business Journal in 2021. She is an active member, both nationally and locally, of the Urban Land Institute currently serving on the Americas Executive Committee, as a Global Governing Trustee, and as a Past Chair for the Indiana District Council. She is a Past Chair of the Ball State University Alumni Association and is currently a Director for the Ball State University Foundation. She also currently serves on the Board of Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity and is a proud supporter of Riley Hospital for Children, having served as Chair of the Riley Society Board.