COMPASS St. Clair County Luncheon *4/22/2026*
Wed, Apr 22
|The Haven by Royal T
COMPASS Speaker: Karen Palka *Change of Date*
Time & Location
Apr 22, 2026, 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
The Haven by Royal T , 902 Military St unit 1, Port Huron, MI 48060, USA
Guests
About the event
Speaker: Karen Palka
Topic Title: “You Don’t Have to Carry It All: What the Camino Taught Me About Trust”
Description of the Talk: A reflective and empowering talk that uses the Camino de Santiago as a powerful metaphor for letting go, redefining rest, and learning to trust the journey, both on the trail and in everyday life.
Bio: Karen Palka is an entrepreneur and founder of the nonprofit A Beautiful Me, which has empowered females of all ages for more than 18 years, reaching over 13,000 girls across southeast Michigan.
Originally a graphic designer by trade, Karen felt God calling her to step into a new path, developing what would become A Beautiful Me. Along the way, she witnessed unexpected provisions, including securing a trademark for the name after an 18-month journey with a pro bono attorney, even amid challenges from a celebrity seeking to use the same name. Then opened a retail store…