Before assuming the leadership role at Oakwood, Boggs served as the Facility Superintendent for the Hazelwood Center in Louisville. During his tenure at Hazelwood, Boggs founded the Underwood and Lee Dental Clinic which serves over 220 patients from over 20 counties. He also coordinated the cooperative effort between the University of Louisville Medical School and Hazelwood Center to form a Neurology Clinic on the grounds to serve Hazelwood clients.

During his 14 year career in mental retardation, Boggs served as a hospital administrator, personnel director and director of staff development and training. Boggs also completed a 27 year career as a teacher and principal in the Jefferson and Letcher County Schools and has a Master’s Degree from Indiana University.

"We are very fortunate that Kelly Boggs has agreed to officially assume the helm at The Communities at Oakwood," stated Pat Wear II, Commissioner of the Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services. "Kelly brings a wealth of experience and leadership skills that will assist our Department in ensuring The Communities at Oakwood are providing the most efficient yet high quality services available to this special population."