About Kelly Ruddell

With over $18 million in personally sourced sales in the past two years, including more than $15 million in 2025 alone, Kelly Ruddell has built a strong reputation in Atlanta’s luxury real estate market.

As a key member of The Katie McGuirk Team, Kelly contributes to one of Atlanta’s top-producing small teams, with more than $600 million in closed sales. In 2025, the team was recognized as the #2 Small Team in Buckhead and #3 Small Team Companywide, named among the Top Teams in America by RealTrends, and awarded the Circle of Excellence.

Kelly is known for her organization, responsiveness, and steady guidance throughout every stage of a transaction. She plays an active role in negotiations and contract-to-close strategy, ensuring her clients feel informed, confident, and well cared for. Much of her business comes from referrals and repeat clients, a reflection of the trust and long-term relationships she builds.

Before real estate, Kelly worked in public relations in New York City with Diane von Furstenberg and later co-founded a fast-casual restaurant concept in Atlanta that generated over $4 million in its first year. Her background in branding, marketing, and operations gives her clients a strategic advantage in today’s competitive market.

Kelly and her husband Michael live in Buckhead with their two young daughters. Outside of real estate, she loves cooking, traveling, and spending time at home with her family, experiences that deepen her appreciation for helping clients find the right place to call home.