Seamen’s Church Institute Promotes Kelly Butts to Assistant Director of CME Paducah

The Seamen’s Church Institute is pleased to announce the promotion of Kelly Butts to Assistant Director of the Center for Maritime Education in Paducah. Originally from Columbus, GA, Kelly has been a vital member of the SCI team since November 1997, contributing over 27 years of dedicated service and maritime industry expertise.

A Rhodes College graduate with a political science degree and a history minor, Kelly worked in the Conventions and Meetings Department at AFLAC’s global headquarters before she arrived at SCI. Her experience, extensive knowledge, and involvement at CME Paducah make her exceptionally qualified for this position. She looks forward to stepping into her new role as Assistant Director and continuing her commitment to advancing SCI’s mission and supporting the maritime community