Client Reviews

Fractional Content Strategist

I've had the pleasure of working alongside Kelly for the past two years as we implement a marketing strategy for a healthcare B2B company. Kelly has been instrumental in guiding me through the process, consistently pushing me to think strategically and long-term. Her expertise in training and development has helped me refine my marketing skills, making me a more valuable asset in this space.

Her mentorship has encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone—whether in crafting effective messaging, strengthening brand positioning, or leveraging data to drive results. Kelly not only provides insightful direction but also ensures that every effort ties back to a larger strategic vision.

In a short time, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of marketing within the healthcare B2B space, thanks to her guidance. If you're looking for someone who brings strategic thinking, mentorship, and a results-driven approach, Kelly is exactly who you need!

Marketing and Communications

There are too many adjectives to describe Kelly so I'll pick the top three: focused, supportive, and just an overall excellent human being! Kelly helped me during a mini-crisis in my career that was affecting me personally and professionally. She coached me not just about my next career move, but really helped me to understand where I should focus my time and energy, and most importantly, how to ultimately be happy and confident. She is incredible at what she does!

Healthcare Project Manager

I have had the pleasure of working with Kelly for the past several years, and I can confidently say that she is an exceptional coach and mentor. Kelly’s remarkable ability to blend strategic insight with personal empowerment sets her apart in her field. Her approach is not just about setting goals; it’s about crafting a strategic plan that resonates with who you are and where you want to go. She has a keen talent for identifying opportunities and creating actionable steps that turn aspirations into achievements.

Kelly has a unique way of helping individuals recognize their own worth. Her exceptional ability to build confidence and foster self-awareness has had a profound impact on me. Through her insightful guidance and supportive coaching, I have gained a renewed sense of purpose and clarity in my career.

Kelly is more than just a coach, she is a true partner in your professional journey. Her unwavering dedication to your success is evident in every interaction, and the influence of her coaching extends well beyond the sessions themselves. Combining strategic expertise with a genuine commitment to personal growth, she will help you navigate your career path with confidence and clarity, ensuring you fully recognize and harness your potential.

Chief Operating Officer at UVA Medical Center

I worked with Kelly as a non-paid intern at Emory Healthcare. She managed and provided oversight on my first major project, and to this day, she is the one that has taught me the most valuable lesson about leadership - empowerment.

She empowered me to make some key decisions and provided just the right mix of support and oversight that was key to developing my self confidence.

At the end of the project, when the leadership team was giving kudos for a job well done, Kelly thrust me into the spotlight and gave me all of the credit. I firmly believe that Kelly has been of the most important catalyst to my career - I ultimately ended up landing a full-time position, and I know without a shadow of a doubt, she is a big part of the reason why.

Digital Transformation Executive

I couldn't begin to properly qualify what a strategic marketing rockstar Kelly is… Kelly has created her own marketing and strategy consulting firm, where she has evolved how she continues to leverage her incredible experience and knowledge to help a variety of organizations turn their vision into a strategy and tangible impact. It probably comes as no surprise that even though I don't get to work with Kelly as a direct in-house colleague every day, there has been no shortage of times where I and past coworkers have called on Kelly for critically important and strategic marketing work when it required the best talent we know. Kelly is that and so much more. She deeply cares about her clients, she is incredibly passionate about what she offers to each of them, and she holds herself accountable to driving measurable results in way that is rarely ever seen.

Content Strategist & Writer at Dahl House Communications

Kelly is a superb marketing strategy advisor who drives results and business growth.

She's a joy to work with and jumps right in as part of the team. Her positive energy, clear communication style, and genuine care for those around her quickly build trust and camaraderie.

With an inquisitive nature, she's continuously assessing results in real time and optimizing strategy—nothing ever goes stale. She stays at the front of marketing trends and industry innovations, bringing new approaches and technologies to her clients.

Kelly is more than your average strategy consultant; she truly helps to level up the team!

Fractional CMO at Fractionable Marketing

I’ve had the pleasure of participating in Kelly's Entrepreneur Synergy Group. As a fellow marketing executive, I'm amazed by how she creates this perfect balance of support and strategic guidance in our weekly meetings. She has a natural way of helping each member of the group see potential blind spots while still building their confidence to tackle big challenges.

What I appreciate most about Kelly's approach is how she draws from her real-world experience to offer practical, actionable advice. Kelly also creates great team camaraderie and a desire to help one another. Thanks to her guidance, our group has grown stronger both individually and collectively.

If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares about your success and knows how to help you put a plan in place to achieve it, Kelly's your person. She's the real deal.

Fractional CMO at Marant Digital

Kelly has a rare gift for bringing the right people together and creating an environment where real conversations lead to real progress. Being part of her Entrepreneur Synergy Group has been a game-changer for me. She doesn’t just offer advice—she asks the right questions, challenges assumptions, and encourages action in a way that feels both natural and empowering.

What sets Kelly apart is her ability to listen deeply and cut through the noise. She creates space for honest reflection while keeping the focus on moving forward. Her guidance has helped me refine my thinking, gain confidence, and make smarter decisions in my business. I’m grateful to have her in my corner and can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for real, no-nonsense support in their entrepreneurial journey.

Chief Growth Officer at LiverRight

Kelly is one of those coaches that you absolutely want on your team!

Genuine and authentic, she's skilled at reframing a thought to help you look at something another way, just when it's most needed. She has built an amazing network and is gracious in making introductions when she sees potential synergy.

I had the opportunity to be part of an Entrepreneur Synergy Group that she created which was an excellent experience of learning from, and sharing with one another in a multi-disciplinary format. Kelly is one of those rare, gifted people who know how to bring people together to create something special in a group setting. She's a gem!

Healthcare Marketing Executive

I would highly recommend Kelly Johnson as a public speaker, following her keynote presentation at the 2025 Kentucky Society for Healthcare Public Relations & Marketing (KSHPRM) Fall Event.

Kelly is very knowledgeable across a multitude of subject matters relating to healthcare marketing, strategy, and professional coaching. With her 25+ years of experience, she brings a track record of success serving in many roles across her career, and as an entrepreneur.

If you are looking for a speaker who can step into the center of the stage, deliver a powerful, relevant presence and leave your audience both inspired and equipped to act. Kelly is that person. I wholeheartedly endorse her for future engagements and look forward to the opportunity to work with her again.

Fractional CMO and Brand Strategist at FemFoundry

Recently talked with my Services Marketing students at KSU, and her energy, honesty, and deep knowledge of the marketing world had my students hanging on every word. She shared the highs and challenges of her career, from starting in pharmaceutical sales to transitioning into healthcare marketing at Emory Healthcare, launching her marketing consulting firm 7.5 years ago, and now adding executive coaching into her repertoire!

Thanks, Kelly, for generously sharing your time, inspiring your journey, and igniting a spark in the next generation of marketing professionals!

Healthcare Marketing and Communication Specialist

Kelly spoke at my women's colleague network group, adding a dollop of hope, wisdom, growth and connection to start off the new year. Kelly spoke on mastering one's mental agility and gave us lots of tools to help us analyze and take control of self-doubt, anxiety, stress and other self-defeating beliefs that hold people back in both their work and personal lives. Her interactive message engaged and educated listeners, and we had tremendous feedback about the session. Thanks so much for your time and expertise, Kelly!