Biography
Shelly Helgeson has made relationship-building for impact the cornerstone of her career.
As the Chief Strategy Officer at Connective Impact, Shelly forges groundbreaking collaborations between funders and implementers to drive transformative change. Representing a network of 250 global changemakers (and growing!), Connective Impact is breaking down barriers that impede true partnerships and unlocking new support to create lasting change.
Shelly is also a passionate communicator specializing in projects that give voice to historically silenced communities, including: “My Reincarnation,” “By the People: The Election of Barack Obama,” and “Voices of Tibet.”
In the ever-evolving global development landscape, Shelly's dedication to authentic relationships and storytelling is a testament to the enduring power of empathy and genuine connection.