Sharona D. Henderson is a nationally recognized speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, and thought leader at the intersection of creativity, psychology, and AI ethics. Known for her electric presence and emotionally intelligent delivery, Sharona brings a rare blend of bold storytelling, cultural insight, and strategic foresight to every stage she steps on. She is the author of This Is What Light Does and After They Touched Me—a raw, revelatory memoir exploring trauma, power, healing, and spiritual resilience. Her talks help audiences move from survival to clarity, exploring the future of humanity in an AI-driven world, the role of creativity in leadership, and how we recognize and protect untapped genius. Sharona began her career as a record label general manager and touring vocalist for Grammy-nominated artists. She later founded PEARL, a nonprofit mentoring young women in one of Chicago’s most underserved communities through global travel and cultural exchange. Today, she leads The Nameless Group and serves as executive director of Reify, where she launched the Heard First Musicians Awards—the first U.S. award show exclusively honoring gigging musicians. Sharona’s speaking platform spans universities, conferences, and spiritual spaces, where she’s known for making complex ideas feel personal and urgent. Whether unpacking AI ethics, reimagining leadership, or sparking new movements, she leaves listeners with one conviction: you were born to make impact—on purpose, and with power. Her work has been featured on OWN Network, CBS, NBC, FOX, Revolt, Business Insider, and more.