Sharlis Montgomery - Kentucky

A native of Lexington, KY, and a graduate of EKU, Sharlis has called Louisville home for nine years. While living in Louisville, Sharlis has become acquainted with several social and service organizations to continue fighting for social justice. She recently served on the Steering Committee at JW Speed Museum and played a vital role in the Promise, Witness, and Remembrance exhibit for Breonna Taylor.

Sharlis has a strong background in organizational and leadership efforts. As a Senior Learning and Development Coordinator, she is responsible for program management and operational support for Business Services and lawyer learning in her current role at Hogan Lovells LLP. In 2020-2021 she served as VP of Operations for the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals. Before that role Sharlis was the Health and Quality of Life Chair for LULYP. She is also a graduate and Challenge Winner of Leadership Louisville Center, Ignite Louisville, Fall 21.