About
Bonnie Winfrey
Dr. Bonnie Winfrey is a powerhouse in the world of media, communications, and public relations. With more than three decades of experience, she is the CEO of Kailen & Kyler Enterprises, a media and streaming company dedicated to elevating voices and creating impactful content. She’s an award-winning producer/director, accomplished journalist, and author of Command Your World: 10 Communication Strategies to Present Your Best Self and Win.
Bonnie’s career includes work with leading networks such as ABC (WLS-TV Chicago), CNN Headline News, FOX, and The Weather Channel. She’s written for major publications including the Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Tribune, and Herald News, and has hosted and produced a variety of television shows and documentaries, including Community Connection, In the Know with Bonnie Winfrey, and the nationally recognized documentary Katherine Dunham: Rhythm & Motion.
As a communications strategist, Bonnie has trained thousands of professionals and executives in effective speaking, media presence, and corporate etiquette. Her work has earned her numerous national honors, including five Telly Awards, a Summit Award, The Communicator’s Award, and multiple Videographer Awards.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Mass Media Communications from the University of Illinois at Chicago and an honorary Doctorate in Communications. Bonnie has also received specialized voice and speaking training and is certified through Les Brown and James Dentley’s “Inspired 2Speak” program.
Deeply committed to service, Bonnie serves as a trustee for Silver Cross Hospital, is President of the Zonta Club of Joliet, and has held leadership roles with Easter Seals and Dow Chemical’s community advisory board. She’s also judged national scholarship programs and pageants, and has coached contestants in professional interviewing skills.