Michael Kelley

Michael Kelley is the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Ball Corporation, a role he started in April 2023.3 He is based in Denver, Colorado.4

Professional Background

Prior to joining Ball Corporation, Kelley had experience in various government and legislative roles:

• He worked for over three years at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in multiple positions, including:

  • Deputy Assistant Secretary for Congressional Relations
  • General Deputy Assistant Secretary for Congressional and Intergovernmental Relations
  • Acting Assistant Secretary1

• He also served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director to former Representative Marlin Stutzman (IN-03) and as a legislative assistant to former Representative Steve Buyer (IN-04).1

Education and Skills

Kelley holds a B.A. in history from the University of Virginia.1 In his current role at Ball Corporation, he is known for his understanding of strategic brand partnerships and creative thinking.2 His experience spans government relations, legislative affairs, and strategic partnerships in the manufacturing sector.

Career Progression at Ball Corporation

While specific details about his career progression at Ball are limited, it's worth noting that Kelley joined the company relatively recently in his current role as Director of Strategic Partnerships.34 This position likely involves developing and managing key relationships for Ball Corporation, a major player in the packaging industry.