Palmer’s Executive Speaker Series

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Since the 2022-23 academic year, the Palmer's Executive Speakers Series has brought high-ranking executives from the business world to the Benedict College campus to share the stories behind their success, their leadership secrets, and the most significant obstacles they’ve faced and overcome. Leaders from prominent, highly successful companies will share real-world experiences and offer insight into current and future business trends and the challenges decision-makers face in today's global workforce.

2025-26 Speaker Series

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Latasha Gillespie
Co-CEO, Just Phire
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September 9, 2025

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George Monger
CEO
Connect Music Group
October 7, 2025

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Kymberly Jamison
Director of Commercialization for Liquid Coffee, J.M. Smucker Co.  
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November 11, 2025

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Dr. Tyrone Burroughs
President & CEO, First Choice Sales & Marketing Group
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March 24, 2026

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Kevin Swinton, Esq.
Chief Legal Officer, First Choice Global Sales & Merchandising
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April 14, 2026