Kelsey Renee Marletta

Kelsey Marletta moved to Radford in 2016. She previously worked for Radford City Public Schools starting in 2020 and became an adjunct faculty member at Radford University in 2022. She holds a Bachelor's degree from Roanoke College (2010) and a Master's from Hollins University (2013). She also studied Hospitality and Tourism Management at Virginia Tech. Marletta previously ran for the Radford City School Board in 2024. She is the chairperson of Radford's Democratic committee and was recognized as one of the '40 under 40' by the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce in May for her leadership and service.