The Englewood Chamber of Commerce just welcomed Kellie Dunson Allen as its Executive Director. Kellie steps into this role with a solid track record: she’s led nonprofits, managed finances and operations, run HR programs, and spearheaded business development efforts. She knows what it takes to help businesses grow and keep a community thriving.
Her recent work paints a clear picture. She’s supervised multiple departments, set up operational policies, strengthened local partnerships, and launched marketing strategies that got people talking. She helped build out a $10.2 million budget and managed a fundraising portfolio that hit $2.1 million a year, with grants, partnerships, business and individual donors, plus special events. Kellie’s focus has always been on making a real impact, not just for organizations but for the community itself.
In 2025, she took home the United Way of Charlotte County named the Bella Donna Award from the Charlotte-DeSoto Building Industry Association as a Woman of Distinction. She also held leadership roles with Leadership Englewood, serving as Class Vice-Chair in 2024–2025 and Class Chair in 2025–2026.
Kellie’s roots in Englewood run deep. In 2024, she was involved with Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity, which was named Non-Profit of the Year by both the Englewood Chamber and Punta Gorda Chamber. She’s served as a conference presenter, a hospital advisory council member, a disaster recovery volunteer, and a long-time community volunteer.
Besides her success in nonprofits, Kellie’s business experience is just as impressive. She has organised and run office tasks, managed financial reports, created HR programs from the beginning, organised payroll and legal requirements, and worked closely with company leaders to plan for expansion.
Now as Executive Director, Kellie will oversee Chamber operations, develop member engagement, build strong ties with community partners, and drive initiatives that support economic growth in Englewood.
Chamber President Peter Jennings summed it up: “We’re thrilled to have Kellie taking over the role, and we look forward to the energy, ideas, and leadership she’ll bring. Her professional experience brings valuable skills and perspective as we support local businesses and strengthen our community.”
The Chamber is excited for what’s next: stronger connections, advocacy for local businesses, and keeping Englewood’s business community fun and thriving.
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