Kay Cannon is the Hospitality Manager at FCNL, where she serves as the primary on-site host and point person for Friends Place and Quaker Welcome Center guests. In this role, she facilitates a welcoming, well-maintained environment that reflects Quaker values through thoughtful hospitality, clear communication, and attentive care for both people and space. She supports guests from arrival through departure, responds to on-site needs, and ensures a safe, smooth, and grounded experience for individuals and groups.
Kay manages all aspects of reservations, administration, and logistics for Friends Place and the Quaker Welcome Center, including coordinating schedules, maintaining records, and working closely with the FCNL Finance team on billing and invoicing. She collaborates with facilities staff to coordinate maintenance and oversees guest turnover to ensure spaces are prepared with care and consistency. She also provides hospitality support for FCNL and Friends Committee on National Legislation Education Fund programming held at Friends Place, and serves as a backup facilitator for workshops and gatherings hosted on site.
Kay joined FCNL in 2025, bringing more than seven years of experience in hospitality, event coordination, and guest-focused operations. Prior to joining FCNL, she supported large-scale and mission-driven events, including conferences and summits centered on community engagement, innovation, and accessibility. Her background has shaped a people-centered, detail-oriented approach to project management and guest experience.
Outside of her role at FCNL, Kay operates Kapable Kay Events, an event company focused on multigenerational and corporate gatherings. She values creating spaces that foster connection, care, and meaningful interaction.