Guided by Faith | Kelley Cornish | EP 104

About this episode

Kelley Cornish discusses her journey of purpose and leadership, emphasizing the importance of faith and service.

Kelley Cornish’s journey is one of purpose, faith, and service. From her roots in Aiken, South Carolina, where family and faith shaped her early values, to her role now as President and CEO of the T.D. Jakes Foundation, Kelley has carried a through line of integrity and impact. We talk about how her foundation’s mission of financial inclusion, education, and community transformation guides her work, and how the lessons of education, exposure, and experience continue to shape her leadership. Kelley also shares what it means to make history as the first woman to serve as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at Wiley University, and how she is helping others build legacies of their own. This episode is a reminder that true leadership begins with knowing who you are and serving from that place. Learn more about the Foundation’s work at TDJFoundation.org .

People in this episode

Guest: Kelley Cornish

Topics covered

• faith
• leadership
• financial inclusion
• community transformation

Keywords

• integrity
• impact
• education
• exposure
• experience
• legacy

Mentioned in this episode

Products: T.D. Jakes Foundation

Places: Aiken, South Carolina

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