Jane Jenkins Herlong

From Tomato Fields to Center Stage—Meet Jane Jenkins Herlong If you’re looking for a speaker who makes audiences laugh, lean in, and leave inspired, Jane Jenkins Herlong delivers.Jane’s journey has taken her from the tomato fields of South Carolina to the Miss America stage, from Radio City Music Hall to SiriusXM Comedy, and to platforms across the United States, New Zealand, and Germany. Along the way, she has proven that humor, heart, faith, and authenticity can open doors—and change lives. An international award-winning author, humorist, and Hall of Fame speaker, Jane blends Southern charm, laugh-out-loud storytelling, and practical wisdom audiences remember long after the applause ends. She is a Certified Speaking Professional, a Speaker Hall of Fame™ inductee, and a member of the Legends of Speaking. Jane is the author of multiple award-winning books, including the bestselling Sweet Tea Secrets from the Deep-Fried South, featured in Cracker Barrel stores nationwide. Her first novel, Beach Trip: Laughs, Lies and a Dash of Divine, released April 9, 2026, quickly became an Amazon bestseller, delighting readers with humor, heart, and unforgettable Southern characters. Jane’s message is simple and powerful: never give up on your dreams, and never let anyone else define who you are. Labeled dyslexic early in life, she faced plenty of “you can’t” moments. Today, with faith, grit, and a well-timed punchline, she helps audiences turn every “NO” into a confident “NEXT.” From tomato fields to center stage, Jane Jenkins Herlong brings grit, grace, and good humor—making her the kind of speaker audiences talk about long after the event ends.