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“I am committed to continuing to be a voice against hate, and a person who understands and values the importance of diversity in all communities. As our communities change, our approach to leadership must change.
“I am committed to continuing to be a voice against hate, and a person who understands and values the importance of diversity in all communities. As our communities change, our approach to leadership must change. We cannot remain on the sidelines while families are shamelessly attacked. We need to work together to createcommon sense solutions to the problems we face everyday.”
Thank you to everyone who shared pictures of their diverse families. Please keep sharing these with us. We love seeing them. You can tag us on Facebook or Twitter. Your response to us has given us encouragement. The Penebaker family photo has been shared all over the United States in response to the Old Navy campaign and it has introduced us to many new friends who believe in that power of diversity. As Khary meets more people on the campaign trail he is repeatedly told that we are all looking for common sense solutions in Washington. Your images prove we all come from different places but hold many similar values. Khary Penebaker Proudly Stands with Families from All Walks of Life Diversity comes in many different packages. It takes all kinds of people to bring strength to the ideas we need for our future. Learn more about what the Milwaukee Courier reported today. #Khary4Congress #TeamKhary
About Khary Penebaker
Khary Penebaker is a Regional General Manager at Great Day Improvements, overseeing operations across Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, and Minneapolis. He previously built Roofed Right America from startup to $35M+ in revenue with 180 employees and founded Penebaker Enterprises, growing it from $1.5M to $15M. A gun violence prevention advocate and former Everytown for Gun Safety Fellow, Khary brings two decades of leadership experience in construction, operations, and civic engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Khary Penebaker's connection to gun violence prevention?
Khary's mother Joyce died by suicide with a firearm when he was 20 months old. This personal tragedy drives his advocacy for common-sense gun violence prevention measures.
Does Khary Penebaker speak about gun violence prevention at events?
Yes. Khary delivers keynote speeches on gun violence prevention, focusing on the often-overlooked crisis of firearm suicide, which accounts for roughly 60% of all gun deaths in America.
How can I book Khary to speak about gun violence prevention?
Visit kharypenebaker.com/book-khary to submit a booking inquiry. Khary speaks at corporate events, conferences, nonprofits, and community organizations.
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Last updated: March 18, 2026