Meet the Advisory Board Member: Kelsey V.
BYP is run with support from a motivated team of young professionals, the Advisory Board! Learn more about the people that guide and influence the program and say hi when you see them at our next event.
Introducing Kelsey V.
Share a brief overview of your professional background.
My professional background is in retail sales and operations. When I was in college, I had a unique opportunity to see what it was like to open a retail store starting from an empty space. This got me very interested in all that goes into starting a business, leading a team, and navigating operations. Now at ECHO, I get to oversee our earned revenue streams and lead many teams in order to support those areas of work.
Share a bit about your personal interests or hobbies.
I love a good road trip around Vermont to find new cafes, breweries, or just visit somewhere completely new! I'm also into hiking. My current goal is to finish hiking the 46 peaks in the Adirondacks over 4,000 feet - only a few more to go!
Recommend a local restaurant/shop/business that you love.
Downtown Burlington has so many great shops! Common Deer and Home & Garden are always some of my top favorites with great little gift options for anyone, or even fresh flowers! If going out and shopping in person isn't your jam, shop on Myti! They are a local shopping platform that can pick up and drop off goods right to your house from all your favorite stores, so you can still support local from home.
Tell us what you like most about living in the greater Burlington area.
I currently live in Starksboro. It's nice to be able to work in Burlington and experience all the great offerings the city has with entertainment and restaurants, but then also be able to live in a quiet town, close to hiking and outdoor recreation.
Share what motivated you to join the BYP Advisory Board.
I was motivated to join the BYP Advisory Board because of my interest in connecting with people and places. I love to be active in community collaboration and you never know who you will meet while networking and what your discussion may lead to!