Dr. Barbara Palmer is a speaker, pastor, coach, best-selling author, philanthropist, certified grant professional and award-winning business owner. She is the President & CEO of Kingdom Kare, Inc, Owner of a nationally accredited early learning center, and Owner of “I Am Barbara Palmer” a business consultation firm where she trains and teaches churches and grass roots organizations proper non-profit management. She was recently awarded a contract to serve teen mothers in Anne Arundel County who want to receive their high school diplomas and not just their GED. She has over 30 years of experience in corporate and non-profit management. Under her leadership, Kingdom Kare Inc. came in 2nd place for the American Heart Association, Small Business Accelerator out of 200 non-profits nationwide. The Chamber of Commerce recognizes Kingdom Kare Inc with the chairman’s award for community impact.

  Dr. Palmer is the author of 5 books. She has received over 75 awards for her work with children, youth and families. Dr. Palmer was awarded the Michelle Obama 100 women making a difference award, and was recently honored by The Cordish Companies, Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland and the MD Washington Minority Companies Association (MWMCA) as a Black History Hero for positive influence and significant contributions made to their communities and fellow citizens. She holds a bachelor’s degree in bank finance, a bachelor’s degree in divinity, a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, a master’s degree in pastoral counseling and a PhD in cultural competencies.

  Most important, is her love and dedication to her husband of 30 years, Bishop Antonio M. Palmer with whom she pastors Kingdom Celebration Center in Gambrills, MD. She loves to spend time with her son Randy, Daughter in love Kimberly, and her 5 grandchildren.