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WOMEN CEO REPORT
Conklin is stepping into a new role as CEO and president of KeHE, a wholesale food distributor that focuses on organic, fresh and specialty products. Conklin says it was KeHEs culture that drew her to the company and that shes excited to bring in her energy and bias for action.
But Conklins new leadership roles dont end there she was recently named chair of the Clemson Alumni Association. With extensive corporate and nonprofit board experience, Conklin saw an opportunity to serve her beloved alma mater with one of her strengths. She has also started a scholarship at Clemson, the James Conklin Companion Annual Scholarship named for her father who has used a wheelchair since a diving accident in 1973.
There were no scholarships for children of disabled parents, Conklin says. Im excited to advocate for kids like me as I continue to grow my career. And I want to honor my dad because hes the one who encouraged me to never settle.
She says the scholarships first recipient has been selected, a milestone she counts among her proudest accomplishments both personally and professionally, but especially as a Clemson alumna.
