Phyllis H. Hendry serves as the inaugural President and CEO of Lead Like Jesus, a global leadership development organization that inspires and equips leaders to model Jesus. Under her visionary leadership, the organization has grown exponentially since its founding in 1999, equipping and empowering thousands of people throughout the United States and around the world to lead as Jesus led. 

She is also highly sought-after international speaker who has shared the stage with well-known speakers including Ken Blanchard, John Ortberg, and Patrick Lencioni. Phyllis has enjoyed a fulfilling career in leadership positions within business, nonprofits, and ministry. Prior to joining Lead Like Jesus, she served for 11 years as President of the National Science Center, Inc., in Augusta, a partnership with the United States Army. In this role, she collaborated with top military and government officials. 

Phyllis is passionate about leading people into a deeper relationship with Jesus so that their lives will be transformed and leadership maximized. She lives in Augusta, Georgia and enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren.