About Kelli Sallee
If you ever meet Kelli, you might first notice the calm. It’s not the kind of quiet that shrinks from life—it’s the kind that steadies it. Behind that stillness is a presence forged through experience, purpose, and deep compassion. Kelli is a quiet force—a builder of hope, a listener when no one else knows what to say, and a guide for those who are lost in the noise of their own doubts.
Her life’s path is not written in bold headlines, but in the lives she’s touched. First responders. Young adults. Civilian staff. The grieving. The overwhelmed. Kelli is not just aware of the pain others carry—she’s made it her mission to help them carry it, reshape it, and find clarity within it.
Live on Purpose partners with young adults, first responders, and others, helping them reach their life and career goals.
Testimonial
"Kelli Sallee brings authenticity and emotion to her discussion with students about the importance of making safe choices in life. She is able to relate to the students by bringing her personal experiences to the table and through photos, news stories, and memories, her own history comes alive. I am grateful to Kelli for also bringing the hands-on materials to MHS for students to test. Ultimately, Kelli gives students a safe space to share their own experiences about life-changing events and allows her past to be a learning tool for students to hopefully prevent anyone else from feeling the pain she knows."
–Gloria Grigsby, High School Principal
Testimonial
"Listening to you speak about your different roles within the Police Department made me feel as though I was sitting right beside you. You have a remarkable way of connecting with your audience and creating meaningful “aha” moments while making people feel genuinely seen and heard."
- Melisa, Chief's Assistant