Kaelyn Query Caldwell

Kaelyn Query Caldwell is the Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and an adjunct Lecturer in the Business Administration department at Transylvania University. She holds an MBA from Louisiana State University (2022) and a BA from the University of Kentucky (2010). Her expertise spans entrepreneurship education, mentorship, and event planning, with a focus on fostering innovation and interdisciplinary thinking in liberal arts students.

Her research interests include bridging entrepreneurial theory with real-world applications, supporting early-stage ventures, and promoting inclusive leadership in business ecosystems. She actively mentors students through internships, advisory roles, and startup opportunities, emphasizing practical skill development.

• Recipient of Entrepreneur of the Year (2023), Outstanding Leadership Award (2024), and other industry recognitions.
• Founder of Kentucky Event Company, LexEffect Venues, and My Wedding Planner.
• Serves on boards of Fayette Education Foundation (incoming Board Chair), Lexington Children’s Theatre, and Commerce Lexington.

Her community engagement includes over a decade of nonprofit event planning and leadership roles in organizations like the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce.