Gulf Coast Community Foundation has announced the promotion of Kelly Carlstein to vice-president of brand strategy. Carlstein served as the director of strategic marketing and public relations for more than three years, and launched Gulf Coast’s 25^th anniversary campaign and brand. She will lead the foundation's public relations and communications efforts.

 Before joining Gulf Coast, Carlstein served at Healthcare Corporation of America’s (HCA) Blake Medical Center, where she worked on the marketing and public relations team. At Gulf Coast, Carlstein has lead digital and traditional marketing strategies and innovative storytelling in coordination with donors and community partners.