Kelli Rainey

Senior Director, Student Success Initiatives, NACUBO

Dr. Kelli Rainey is a distinguished leader in higher education, currently serving as the Senior Director for Student Success Initiatives at the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO). In this role, she is at the forefront of driving initiatives to strategically and sustainably finance equitable student outcomes. With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Rainey has amassed a wealth of experience and expertise in areas such as institutional effectiveness, data analytics, and student development.

Throughout her career, Dr. Rainey has been a driving force for positive change, consistently leveraging her expertise to contribute to the advancement of the field and the success of students and institutions alike. In her most recent position as a senior-level university administrator, Dr. Rainey spearheaded initiatives focused on enhancing student retention and completion, optimizing service delivery, and improving overall organizational effectiveness. Dr. Rainey holds a doctorate in higher education and organizational change.