Henrietta Pepper

Henrietta Pepper was born in Nashville, Tennessee and grew up in a close-knit family in Western Kentucky. She has called Louisville, Kentucky, home since 1985. Henrietta and her husband, Larry Profancik, have been married for thirty years and enjoy every opportunity to spend time with their expanding family. A self-described serial entrepreneur, Henrietta has built a successful career in marketing and advertising spanning more than three decades. After years of working in several renowned advertising and marketing agencies, Henrietta established and operated a successful brand communications firm for fourteen years. While continuing her work as a branding and marketing strategist, Henrietta teaches undergraduate and graduate courses at the University of Louisville’s College of Business. After selling her business in 2018, Henrietta set her sights on writing her first book, a goal that she had tucked away for many years. This work was to be inspired by relatable stories rooted in faith, family, and friends. The stories within these pages rise from experiences that have shaped the course of her life. Henrietta is expanding her storytelling platform to include speaking engagements, uplifting social media content, and other creative means of written expression. An advocate for further education, Henrietta’s own educational background includes dual bachelor degrees from the University of Kentucky and a master’s degree from the University of Kentucky-University of Louisville Executive MBA program. A lifelong learner, she has earned accreditation from several leadership training and management programs, including Harvard University. Aside from spending time with family and friends, Henrietta enjoys holding leadership positions with several organizations and associations supporting women, entrepreneurial endeavors, and underserved communities on local, regional, and national levels. Henrietta’s love of music and reading helps guide her spiritual journey as she praises God for her blessings each step of the way.