Kelly Lilles

Junior Researcher at the Institute of the Estonian Language, Linguistics Knowledge Transfer Doctoral Fellow at Tallinn University, Co-Founder and CEO at ALPA Kids, Founding Member at Edtech Estonia

Kelly is a dynamic professional, driven by a passion for linguistics, education, and technology. With over a decade of experience in leadership roles, she has contributed significantly to both the public sector and the global startup ecosystem.

She holds 10+ years of experience in the Public Sector as she led the nationally acclaimed Estonian Terminology Programme, promoting linguistic excellence and standardization. She managed and directed international EU projects in the field of language technology, fostering cross-border collaboration and innovation.

Currently, she is spearheading ALPA Kids, a leading Estonian edtech startup. They are committed to creating impactful and engaging educational experiences in native languages for the youngest users of the internet.

ALPA Kids is developing culture-based e-learning games for preschool and elementary school-age children. Currently, they are the most active in the Baltics, Nordics, and the CEE region and India having reached more than 1M children in 170 countries.

She is also proudly serving as a Linguistics Knowledge Transfer Doctoral Fellow at Tallinn University, bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications while working as a Junior Researcher at the Institute of the Estonian Language. She is also collaborating with the Ministry of Education and Research as a Founding Member of EdTech Estonia to enhance public-private research partnerships for the advancement of education.

In her personal life, Kelly is a dedicated parent of two incredible boys, balancing the demands of family life with a passion for transforming education. She is a lifelong learner who values the pursuit of knowledge and its practical applications.

Website: www.alpakids.com

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