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Scott Kelly

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Strategic Partner at EVT IT
📍 St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

Scott Kelly is the Founder and CEO of Black Dog Venture Partners, an accelerator connecting disruptive companies with capital. With over 30 years of experience and an MBA in Marketing, he leverages his vast network to fund and scale startups. People in the industry describe him as an exceptional partner and a top-notch dealmaker.

Outside of venture capital, Scott is a father who enjoys craft beer. His company, Black Dog Venture Partners, was named after a black dog he owned. He has also applied his professional skills to the non-profit sector, creating a platform to help fund charitable causes.

Unique fact: Scott began his 35-year career on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as a runner.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Strategic Partner
Job Level
Leadership
Location
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
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Startup Fundraising
He runs the national "VC Fast Pitch" event series, connecting founders with his vast network of over 13,000 investors to help them secure capital.
Entrepreneurship Education
As an Adjunct Professor at Grand Canyon University, he teaches entrepreneurs about PR, networking, and sales, often advising them to build their business before seeking venture capital.
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Career

Work history

6-2026
Strategic Partner
EVT IT
6-2026
Advisory Board Member
Boardy
5-2026
Deal Flow Partner
LvlUp Ventures
4-2026
Chief Marketing Officer
ClevEHR
3-2026
Professional Speaker
Salem Speakers Bureau
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Education
1990 - 1992
MBA
San Francisco State University, Lam Family College of Business
1983 - 1986
Business
Adelphi University
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