WNZR talks with Kelly Welker – 2025 EmpowHER Raising the Bar Award Winner

EmpowHER Raising the Bar Award Winner 2025
Kelly Welker was the winner of the 2025 Raising the Bar Award.
She was nominated by her sister-in-law, Natalie Welker.
Click HERE to hear Kelly talk with WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart.

Kelly shares how she felt when she received this award.
Kelly is the Director of Operations at Mortellaro McDonalds. She has worked with McDonalds for 42 years! She oversees 8 different restaurants in 4 counties. She talks about her journey to this position. She also shares encouragement for young women who are just getting started in their careers.

Kelly talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Thrive Without Limits.

Raising the Bar Award:
This award is given to a Woman with 20+ years of experience in their field! The recipient of this award is an extraordinary woman who has manifested a legacy that continues to inspire others. She has dedicated her life to the advancement of those around her and paved the way for the leaders of tomorrow. She is recognized as an ambassador for women through her extraordinary dedication, personal achievements, and service to others through mentorship, philanthropy, and business. This award recognizes a woman who has spent more than 20 years in her field.