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Posted: May 16, 2023
2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Ellie Kimmes, Jafri Capital
Director of Marketing and Communications
Jafri Capital
Number of years at firm: 2.5
One thing on my bucket list: Be on Shark Tank!
When I am not working, I am: Traveling! My family and friends live all across the US, so I try to visit them whenever possible.
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Through my role at Jafri Capital, I have been given the opportunity to lead the development of the Jafri Journal. The growth of the Jafri Journal, over the last few months specifically, is certainly what I am most proud of. Our Daily Round-Up email blast is now read by over 40,000 subscribers and counting. We recently launched into the Tampa, Florida market with an inaugural event attended by over 100 leading industry professionals and a Tampa Bay-specific Round-Up. In honor of our upcoming networking event at Sousa House on May 10th, we are also launching a Manhattan-specific Round-Up. I am so proud of the community we have built and the immense support we have gotten from our readers, followers, and event attendees.
What makes this nominee a RISING STAR?
“Ellie Kimmes is a special talent and person. When times get tough, Ellie gets tougher, more creative, and adjusts to succeed. Her loyalty and desire to succeed is unmatched. Ellie has a natural confidence within her and her ability to interact with CEOs, politicians, and celebrities separates her from the norm. Ellie is the President of Jafri Journal and it’s an honor to be on this journey with her.” - Shahid Jafri, Founding Principal and CEO/CIO at Jafri Group
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