🎤 Meet Our Keynote Speaker: Sonja Barkley

Sonja is known for leading statewide innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives.

Today, she serves as Manager of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the South Carolina Department of Commerce, where she works to strengthen South Carolina`s business ecosystem by connecting entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business owners with the resources they need to grow and thrive.

We`re excited to welcome Sonja to the Homegrown Leaders Summit as she shares insights on leadership, innovation, and building opportunities that create lasting impact.

✨ Fun Fact: Sonja`s leadership journey started with making donuts and repossessing cars before finding her path in economic development. Who knew???

🎤 Meet One Of Our Keynote Speakers: Dr. Carolyn Anderson

From Barnwell to the big stage, Dr. Anderson has spent more than 30 years shaping minds, inspiring students, and leading with excellence. An award-winning educator, coach, administrator, and lifelong learner, she knows what it means to invest in people and create lasting impact.

We`re excited to welcome her to the Homegrown Leaders Summit as she shares insights on leadership, growth, and the power of education to transform communities.

✨ Fun Fact: You may have already seen Dr. Anderson in statewide education campaigns featured by the SC Department of Education and ETV!

🌱 From potential to purpose.

Over the last six months, our Homegrown Leadership Institute participants have invested in themselves, their careers, and their communities.

Join us at the Homegrown Leaders Summit as we celebrate their incredible achievement and the bright future they have on our region. https://southernpalmettochamber.org/event/homegrown-leadership-summit-2/