ELIZABETH KLEVANA
Elizabeth is the founder of Winding Bay Consulting, which specializes in project-based solutions with a focus on event coordination, logistics, and strategic planning. She has worked on a variety of projects, ranging from organizing and promoting local fundraisers to supporting national summits for a Fortune 500 company, to creating marketing materials for start-up ventures. Elizabeth has played an integral role in partnering with organizations to create events that align with their established goals. Elizabeth approaches each project with care, attention to detail, and an eye on the bigger picture, ensuring results that meet the client’s vision.
Her consulting practice is rooted in a genuine passion for community engagement and helping others make meaningful connections. Elizabeth draws on both her professional and personal experiences to support her clients, aiming to create events and initiatives that leave a lasting impact.
In addition to her consulting work, Elizabeth serves as an Assistant Golf Coach with First Tee - Greater Richmond, where she helps young athletes develop life skills through the game of golf. She also gained valuable experience as the Client Services Associate for The PGA TOUR with the Dominion Energy Charity Classic in the fall of 2023.
Elizabeth graduated from Southern Methodist University in May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Physiology and Sports Management with a concentration in Sport Performance Leadership, and a minor in Education. While at SMU, Elizabeth was chosen to be one of the two speakers at the Simmons School of Education graduation ceremony. She was also recognized at the university's Honor's Convocation for receiving the Departmental Distinction Award and was named as one of five finalists for SMU's Outstanding Senior Woman Award for 2023.