Dr. Kimberly McGlonn

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Build it Boldly
Speaking at
Ignite

Dr. Kimberly McGlonn is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and a bold voice in the movement to build better businesses and leadership practices — ones rooted in equity, sustainability, and care. As the founder of Grant Blvd, the first Black woman-owned B Corp in the U.S. fashion industry, Kimberly has redefined what ethical entrepreneurship can look like, turning vision into measurable impact. Her latest venture, Build It Boldly, expands that legacy, offering a roadmap for leaders who want to move beyond good intentions toward businesses and lives that are exceptionally designed. Her voice has been featured by Fast Company, Essence, Vogue, and Inc. Magazine, and her work has been supported by institutions like Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD Foundation and Visa’s She’s Next initiative. She has been named “150 Most Influential Philadelphians” by Philadelphia Magazine for the last 3 years in a row. Across sectors, Kimberly inspires diverse audiences with optimism and agency.

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