Experience & Background

Equal parts storyteller and strategist, Kelsey Gray uses content to bring destinations to life—grounding every word in purpose and precision. With a background in journalism and more than a decade of content experience, she leads with a data-driven mindset and a sharp editorial eye.

At Envisionit, Kelsey supports destination clients including Choose Chicago, Visit KC, and Visit Spokane, creating content strategies that deepen engagement and drive measurable results. She’s also worked on major national brands like BMO, Wells Fargo, and Discover—blending financial acumen with authentic storytelling to reach the right audiences with the right message.

Outside of work, Kelsey is a volunteer Chicago Greeter, giving neighborhood tours to visitors from around the world. She’s also hiked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and an active volcano in Guatemala—proof that she’s just as adventurous with her passport as she is with her prose.

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