Kelea Skelton

Kelea Skelton is a senior at Brigham Young University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Experience Design and Management with a minor in Global Business and Literacy. Passionate about creating meaningful human experiences, she is building a career focused on hospitality, event planning, and improving patient experiences in healthcare settings. Her academic journey reflects a commitment to understanding how thoughtful design, service, and innovation can positively shape the lives of individuals and communities. Conversational in Japanese, Kelea also values lifelong learning and continually seeks opportunities to expand her skills and perspective.

Outside the classroom, Kelea has demonstrated exceptional leadership through community engagement and service. She is the founding chapter lead of Cycling Without Age in Carlsbad, California, where she coordinates volunteers, fundraising initiatives, and community partnerships to provide older adults with opportunities for connection and mobility through trishaw rides. She also serves as a Zumba instructor, creating inclusive fitness experiences that foster community, and previously mentored a high school JustServe club, organizing service projects and fundraising efforts. Earlier experience as a front desk and phone receptionist at ENT and Allergy Associates strengthened her communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities while serving patients in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Kelea credits her success to the people who have invested in her growth—especially her mentor Brian Hill and her parents—as well as the intentional experiences that have challenged and shaped her. Guided by a Christ-centered approach to life, she strives to lead with kindness, service, joy, and optimism in every endeavor. A creative individual who enjoys DIY projects, music, and playing the drums, she believes that personal and professional growth comes from embracing one's unique strengths rather than comparing them to others. Her advice to aspiring professionals is to pursue what they love with grit and persistence, prioritize their well-being, and never stop learning as they create meaningful experiences that make a lasting impact.