Atlanta Housing, the largest housing authority in Georgia, has announced the appointment of Kelly Beaty English as its new Chief of Staff. English brings a wealth of experience in corporate leadership, communications strategy, and community engagement to this pivotal role.
In her new position, English will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of internal and external communications, strengthening partnerships with stakeholders, and spearheading the transformation of organizational culture at Atlanta Housing. Her expertise will be crucial in driving change management initiatives, promoting innovation, and effectively communicating the organization’s mission to the public and stakeholders.
“Kelly’s deep expertise in communications, community partnerships, and strategic planning make her ideal for this role,” said Atlanta Housing President and CEO Terri M. Lee. “Her heart, creativity, business acumen, and passion for transforming lives will help Atlanta Housing accelerate its renewed sense of urgency to deliver vital services which will uplift people.”
English will play a key role in ensuring that Atlanta Housing remains focused on its mission to empower residents and create sustainable, thriving communities. She will lead efforts to enhance the organization’s external communications, strengthen partnerships with stakeholders who are committed to delivering diverse housing and related services to Atlanta Housing residents, and foster a culture of service, urgency, and efficiency within all levels of the organization.
“I am honored to join Atlanta Housing at such a pivotal time,” said English. “Terri’s commitment to placing people at the center of Atlanta Housing’s mission reflects her heart as a leader. I’m proud to work with her to amplify the transformational efforts underway, improve residents’ lives, streamline access to crucial information for our partners, and introduce new services that will empower some of Atlanta’s most promising residents and communities. AH has inspiring stories to tell, and we will tell them. AH will not just offer residents a great place to live; AH will offer Atlantans a gateway to a better life.”
English’s impressive career includes advising executive leadership at The Coca-Cola Company, the City of Atlanta, Dress for Success Worldwide, and global agencies including Edelman and Ruder Finn. Most recently, she served as the Director of Leadership Communications for The Coca-Cola Company, providing strategic counsel to the Global Executive Leadership Team and leading key initiatives. Prior to that, she held the position of Director of Strategic Engagement for the City of Atlanta under Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, where she played a crucial role in developing and executing the communications strategy for the city’s largest redevelopment deal.
English is a graduate of Spelman College with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and holds a Master of Arts in Public Communication from American University in Washington, D.C.
Atlanta Housing, the largest housing authority in Georgia, is committed to providing and facilitating affordable housing resources for nearly 27,000 low-income households comprised of approximately 45,000 people through its AH-owned residential communities, tenant-based and project-based vouchers, supportive housing, as well as down payment assistance. Atlanta Housing programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
