Kelly Stahl has over 15 years of experience working in Economic Development in the municipal sector. In her current role as Senior Advisor with the City of Brampton’s Economic Development and Tourism Office, Kelly manages the implementation of the HACE strategy, a City initiative designed to retain and grow the Heritage, Arts, Culture and Entertainment sectors in the City. With a Masters Certificate in Municipal Leadership from the Schulich School of Business, Kelly brings a wealth of experience and strong leadership skills to the development of key programs that support the growth of a creative economy, including the encouragement of grassroots participation and community engagement in the Culture Days weekend, and the successful launch of Brampton’s first Makerspace. A community organizer at heart, Kelly believes in the power of collaboration and works with diverse stakeholders to help the creative community thrive.