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Scott Kelly
Director of Entrepreneurship at Campbell University, Founder of Startup High
Scott A. Kelly is the Director of Entrepreneurship at Campbell University, where he also teaches courses in entrepreneurship and marketing. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Western Kentucky University and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University.12
Professional Background
Before entering academia, Kelly worked in corporate roles at IBM Global Services and KeySource Bank. He transitioned to teaching at Ohio State and has since contributed to innovation programs at both Duke University and Elon University. Notably, he was the Founding Director of Elon in San Francisco, a summer initiative focused on entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley.12
Current Role
At Campbell University, Kelly leads the Camel Accelerator, a program designed to support small businesses, particularly those led by underrepresented entrepreneurs. This initiative includes workshops and mentorship opportunities that connect students with entrepreneurs, enhancing both educational and business outcomes.34 He actively collaborates with the regional business community through partnerships with organizations like Raleigh Founded.2
Personal Life
Outside of his professional commitments, Scott enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and three children.2
