Meet Rosemary Oglesby Henry

We recently connected with Rosemary Oglesby Henry and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Rosemary, you’ve got such an interesting story, but before we jump into that, let’s first talk about a topic near and dear to us – generosity. We think success, happiness and wellbeing depends on authentic generosity and empathy and so we’d love to hear about how you become such a generous person – where do you think your generosity comes from?
When I was a little girl I would read, My Book of Bible Stories. I recall a story of this Angel who dressed like a beggar and was turned away at every door except one. The person who let the Angel in was not wealthy but kind. The next morning the Angel revealed itself. I carry the story

with me as a reminder to be kind. Kindness cost a person nothing but in todays society we don’t show enough of this.

Through my organization Rosemary’s Babies Co. we are doing just that, showing kindness without judgement to those who need this most, teen parents and their babies.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?
I never envisioned my life as a Social Entrepreneur. In fact, it was not until I received an honor with the title from a savvy business leader, Renika Smiley of GenNow, that I embraced it. A rough start as a teen mom guided me to my purpose and life’s mission to ensure that teens who choose to parent are offered opportunities and resources to become successful citizens. Throughout the years I have learned that I can be a successful and savvy business leader while at the same time focus on my mission.

This second act of my life comes following a nearly two decade tenure at the US Postal Service. Today I oversee as CEO a non-profit organization, Rosemary’s Babies Co. (RBC) which provides support for teen parent families. Additionally, I am the President of P.E.T.A.L.S Incorporation which is the parent company of Rosemary’s Babies Co.. The for-profits sole purpose is to create global opportunities to support teen parents families through policy, outreach, and business. Then in 2024, we will open a new facility Holloway House & Resource Center that will provide resources, wellness, education, trauma-informed care, and transitional housing for teen moms and their babies.

I am excited when I think about the goals that were set and reached by my organization. Years ago when I built this organization in college as my integrative project I only hoped we would make such an impact. Our drive combined with the support of our community and team truly made the difference.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Three qualities that are necessary for any business leader is transparency, grit, and integrity.

Every person has skills that can support them in their perspective fields but overall relationship skills and the ability to read information. READ EVERYTHING.

If there is one piece of advice I would tell a business leader have faith, a strong work ethic, and pray; thanking God for the will to endure and the wins when they come (however the reward).

What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?
The most impactful thing my parents did for me was to introduce me to God. They put pressure on me inside of the house so when I walked outside I was ready.

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