Kelsey Kernan

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Director of Engineering at GameChanger

Greater Cleveland, United States

Overview

Kelsey is an Engineering Director at GameChanger, where she leads product engineering teams for scorekeeping and video streaming experiences. Her career, which includes leadership roles at Strava and Epic Systems, is built on a foundation of biomedical engineering from Case Western Reserve University and a passion for building high-performing, inclusive teams.

Outside of her professional life, Kelsey has a strong background in competitive sports, having been a multi-sport athlete. This passion for athletics connects directly with her current work in the youth sports technology sector. She actively champions women in technology, mentoring others and creating communities for connection and growth.

Unique fact: Kelsey received the Emily R. Andrews Award in college for her outstanding contribution to the Women’s Intercollegiate Sports Program and leadership.

Personality Overview

Unexpressive

Process Oriented

Tough To Convince

They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.  Being observant comes to them naturally. They are quite aware of their needs and limitations, so they are unlikely to over-promise.

Topics They Care About

Engineering Leadership
Leads multiple engineering teams at GameChanger, mentors managers, and frequently hires for senior engineering roles, focusing on creating high-performing, supportive cultures.
Youth Sports Tech
Her current role is dedicated to enhancing video streaming and scorekeeping experiences for millions of youth sports games, an area she is passionate about.
Women in Tech
Actively promotes diversity and inclusion, attends women's leadership conferences, and started a "Women in Tech" group at GameChanger to foster community.

Media Appearances

Kelsey has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2026
Director of Engineering at GameChanger
6-2024 - 1-2026
Senior Engineering Manager at GameChanger
1-2023 - 6-2024
Senior Engineering Manager at Strava
12-2021 - 1-2023
Engineering Manager at Strava
12-2018 - 12-2021
Software Developer Team Lead at Epic

Education

2014 - 2016
Master of Science from Case Western Reserve University
2012 - 2016
Bachelor of Science from Case Western Reserve University

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Exp : 11 Location : Greater Cleveland, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Engineering at GameChanger
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Insights For Selling To Kelsey

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.

DONT's

  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kelsey is

  • For them, low risk and acceptance by others are very important, followed by proof of ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kelsey

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kelsey move?

  • They do not like to take decisions in a hurry, so they could be slow in making their mind up.
  • Can Kelsey take some risk or not?

  • They are low on risk-appetite and prefer to make informed decisions.

You And Kelsey

Personality Compatibility


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