Kelly  McHenry is an Author, Philanthropist and Real Estate Developer known as a “Superpower Connector,” putting like-minded people and brands together to create opportunities for partnerships.  She is native to New Orleans where she began cultivating her niche branding as a local concert promoter and ultimately was recruited by the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra as Executive Assistant.   She quickly distinguished herself as a vital member of the Orchestra’s coordination and was promoted to Program Director, where she opened two premier nightclubs, The Jazz Playhouse, and the I Club.

With credentials that spanned other interests, including culinary, film and music, she cut her teeth as a contributing writer of the book “Passion, Prayer & Purpose” and became an accredited film producer for “A Gangland Love Story.”   Her love for food and the art of dining led her to create Dining Etiquette with Class for which she is frequently requested.  

 Kelly served as former Chairperson for PINK House Inc., a personal development academy for young ladies ages 13-18 and currently a Women’s Board Member, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago.  She completed a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management from the University of New Orleans and currently resides in Chicago.