Kyla Elhelo (formerly Kyla Gabriel) joined Knight Foundation in March 2023 as Director of Learning and Impact, now serving as Director of Information and Society. She brings extensive experience using data-driven approaches to develop enterprise strategies and business plans at Bain & Company, high-growth start-ups, and non-profit organizations.

Prior to joining Knight, Elhelo dedicated her time to leading executive-level strategic initiatives. Elhelo also worked on the Digital Health team at Boston Children’s Hospital, where she developed the organization’s digital strategy to increase access to the hospital’s world-class expertise.

Originally from New York, Elhelo holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Public Health from Brandeis University.