Kerry Suddes

Partner | Director of Training

Kerry started in the for-profit training world where she built and facilitated ‘world-class team’ programs for Fortune 500 companies, including J.P. Morgan Chase, Nationwide Insurance, Merck and Sherwin-Williams. She has a degree in Speech Communications and Leadership Studies from the University of San Diego.

In 2005, Kerry joined the For Impact team as a coach and Director of Training. Over the years she has worked with hundreds of organizations — including The American Cancer Society, Sierra Club, several YMCA and YWCAs, and many private schools, universities, social service agencies and social ventures — through successful funding efforts ranging from $100K to $30M.

In addition to working in the field on funding initiatives, Kerry leads the team in designing and delivering all ‘live experiences’ – Speaking, Boot Camps and Workshops.

Kerry is an avid (but amateur) cyclist, two-time Half Ironman finisher and known as Aunt Kiki to nine nieces and nephews. She is passionate about social justice, the environment and healthcare. Kerry lives in Jackson, Wyoming with her husband, Chris.