Columbia Business Monthly’s 50 Most Influential People

Publication Date: January 12, 2026

HONORED. ALIGNED. ENGAGED.

We are proud to share that Karen R. Jenkins, President & CEO of KRJ Consulting, LLC, has been named one of Columbia Business Monthly’s 50 Most Influential People; recognizing leaders who are shaping the Midlands through impact, service, and vision.

Check Out the Full Article Here (KJ’s entry is on Page 98): ARITCLE LINK

This recognition reflects more than a title; it reflects alignment.
Alignment between purpose and action.
Alignment between leadership and service.
Alignment between the energy we bring and the change we create.

As we move into 2026 powered by the Synergy Reset Framework, this moment reinforces what we believe at our core:

Leadership begins with engagement; engagement with yourself, your values, and your community.

Karen’s influence spans business, government, small business advocacy, and workforce development; not by chasing visibility, but by leading with clarity, intention, and integrity.

We’re grateful. We’re energized. And we’re just getting started.