Keely Spillane

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About Keely Spillane

Keely Spillane is an executive marketing and communications leader with 15 years of experience working with high-growth B2C and B2B technology companies. As Vice President of Communications and Brand at NerdWallet, she oversees global communications, brand marketing, social media, content marketing, consumer research, and brand studio. Additionally, Keely oversees NerdWallet's UK operations with full P&L responsibility.​ Keely brings an innovative, data-driven approach to customer acquisition, brand reach, and conversion, driving growth at every stage of a company’s lifecycle. She played a pivotal role in taking NerdWallet from Series A through IPO, leveraging strategic communications and organic marketing to scale the business.​ Prior to her current role, Keely served as Vice President of Communications and Organic Growth at NerdWallet, where she directed organic growth strategies that significantly enhanced the company's market position and customer engagement. Before joining NerdWallet, she worked at leading marketing and communications agencies, including Archetype and Racepoint Group, advising top B2B technology clients such as Cisco, Marvell, and Broadcom. Education MBA Candidate, UCLA Anderson School of Management (Expected 2025) B.A, University of California, Davis (2009) Specialties Corporate Communications | Strategic Communications | Multi-Platform Content Strategy | Internal Communications | Stakeholder Management | Marketing Communication Strategy | Crisis Communications | Public Relations | Team Leadership & Management | Social Impact (ESG & CSR)| Financial Communications | SEO | Organic Growth | Organic Marketing | IPO Strategy