Convocation Series: Guest Speaker, Grace Schafer

Gina Schaefer is a visionary entrepreneur and dynamic keynote speaker, best known as the founder of a chain of Ace Hardware stores. With nearly 22 years of experience, she has transformed a single hardware store in a neglected neighborhood into a thriving enterprise with 13 locations across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Gina's business not only provides essential services but also empowers the community, including the recovery community, by fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.