Karen R. Jenkins

When an audience comes to see Karen R. Jenkins, they’re not just getting a speech—they're getting an experience. A masterful storyteller, transformational leader, and engaging speaker, Karen brings energy, authenticity, and real-world wisdom that resonates long after the applause ends.
Whether she’s keynoting a national conference, leading a leadership retreat, or inspiring small business owners, Karen delivers customized, high-impact presentations that meet your audience right where they are—and takes them where they need to go. Her style is equal parts motivational, practical, and deeply personal, offering both inspiration and tools your audience can immediately put into action.

Working with Karen, Here’s What You’ll Get:
• A polished, professional speaker who comes fully prepared to align with your event goals, theme, and audience needs.
• A thought partner, not just a speaker—Karen works closely with planners to ensure every detail, from tone to timing, fits seamlessly into your event.
• A tailored experience, with content that reflects your organization’s values, challenges, and aspirations.
• Dynamic delivery, blending compelling storytelling, relatable humor, audience engagement, and clear takeaways.
• Professionalism from start to finish—timely communication, respect for your schedule, and a collaborative attitude every step of the way.

What Audiences Will Experience:
Karen is known for her ability to connect with diverse audiences—from C-suite executives and government leaders to educators, entrepreneurs, and community advocates. She brings her Synergy Leadership Platform to life on stage, addressing topics such as:
• Leading through uncertainty and chaos
• Building and sustaining workplace culture
• Financial empowerment and generational wealth
• Small business growth and strategic resilience
• Women in leadership and personal transformation
Her TEDx Talk, "Leveraging the Power of Energy Within," is a powerful example of how she takes personal adversity and transforms it into universal insight—helping audiences connect to their own power, purpose, and potential.

Added Value:
• A nationally recognized small business advocate and community leader
• First African American woman to chair the Columbia Chamber of Commerce
• Chair of the Small Business Committee for the SC State Chamber
• CEO of KRJ Consulting, a company named to the Inc. 5000 list
• Creator of Eat. Learn. Grow., a give-back initiative that mentors emerging business owners
• Regular financial contributor for NBC affiliate WIS-TV

Karen’s presence elevates the room. Her talks move hearts, shift mindsets, and leave people with a renewed sense of clarity and confidence.

Book Karen R. Jenkins today if you’re looking for a speaker who will connect with your audience, elevate your event, and deliver real impact.

About Karen R. Jenkins – Transformational Speaker | Leadership Strategist | Champion for Small Business

Looking for a speaker who not only inspires but truly transforms? Karen R. Jenkins is a powerhouse keynote speaker, leadership strategist, author, and nationally recognized small business advocate who delivers messages that move audiences from insight to action.

As the President & CEO of KRJ Consulting, LLC, a South Carolina-based consulting firm recently named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies coming in at 546. Karen leads with purpose, passion, and a commitment to helping people grow. She is a trusted advisor to organizations seeking bold leadership, thriving workplace cultures, and sustainable business growth.

Karen made history as the first African American woman to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors for the Columbia Chamber of Commerce in (phone number hidden)4, and she currently serves as Chair of the Small Business Committee for the South Carolina State Chamber of Commerce, driving initiatives that support and empower entrepreneurs across the state.

In her powerful TEDx Talk, “Leveraging the Power of Energy Within,” Karen shares a deeply personal and transformative journey that has inspired audiences to tap into their internal strength, emotional resilience, and collective intention. Her message resonates with leaders, teams, and communities seeking to rise through adversity and lead with clarity and confidence.

Karen is a regular financial contributor for NBC affiliate WIS-TV, a contributing writer for regional and national publications, and the author of Nobody Told Me! The Path to Financial Empowerment—a compelling guide to building a solid financial foundation. She is also the visionary behind Eat. Learn. Grow., a quarterly mentoring and coaching event where she gives back to the small business community by sharing insights, building networks, and creating opportunities for growth.

Through her Synergy Leadership Platform, Karen offers keynotes, workshops, and customized programs on:
- Purpose-driven and resilient leadership
- Financial literacy and generational wealth building
- Entrepreneurial growth and business sustainability
- Leading through change and uncertainty
- Women's empowerment and inclusive leadership
- Workforce development and employee retention strategies

Karen holds an MBA from Webster University, a B.S. in Business Management from the University of South Carolina, and is a Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB), Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP), and Certified Housing Counselor.

Whether addressing Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, non-profits, or faith-based organizations, Karen brings a powerful combination of authenticity, expertise, and energy that transforms audiences and elevates impact.

Book Karen R. Jenkins today to deliver an unforgettable experience that will empower your audience, elevate your event, and ignite meaningful change.