Kelly Barrera
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Regional Manager
Duval County
Within her current position, Kelly is able to combine her love of aviation and education.
Kelly has over 30 years of experience in aviation, education, safety, and business including work experience with two major airlines, a Fixed Based Operator (FBO), a flight school, instructing post-secondary courses and as an elected public servant of the St. Augustine-St. Johns County Airport Authority. Kelly is licensed private pilot and holds her part 107 certification.
Kelly’s education experience includes serving on college/high school advisory boards, CTE/Community Partnership Coordinator and member of the St. Johns County School Board. She, with her colleagues, received the Florida Department of Education Commissioner's Business Recognition Award as Outstanding Business Partner of the Year for 2009 and 2011.
Kelly understands the communities of aviation, education, CTE, and business. She is happy to assist in recruiting students, business partners, and outreach initiatives.