Kimberly Byrge is a resilient entrepreneur, visionaryleader, and advocate for women in the technicalsector. With nearly 25 years of experience from co-founding OTC to becoming its award-winning CEOdemonstrates her ability to overcome obstacles andinspire others. Kimberly’s passion lies in empoweringher team, driving innovation, and creating a positiveimpact in her industry and community.
Kimberly Byrge, CEO of OTC Inc. and recipient of the Women-Owned Business of the Year award, shares her powerful journey of overcoming imposter syndrome to lead a successful government services company. In this inspiring talk, Kimberly reveals how she transformed from feeling like an outsider in the C-suite to confidently steering her organization through challenges and growth. Key takeaways include:
Kimberly Byrge is a dynamic leader and visionary in the government services sector, having co-founded OTC nearly 25 years ago. In 2020, she became the majority owner and CEO, guiding the company to new heights. Under her leadership, OTC has continued to provide exceptional systems engineering, program management, and acquisition logistics services to the Army, building on its long-standing reputation for excellence.
Kimberly’s leadership is marked by her dedication to both business success and community involvement. She is an active advocate for the advancement of women in the defense and technical industries. She is involved in the community through her membership in VISTAGE, serving on the board of Women in Cyber Security (WiCyS) North AL Chapter, and mentoring others. Her contributions were recently recognized when OTC was named the 2023 Woman-Owned Business of the Year by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce. She leads by example, inspiring those around her to strive for both professional and personal growth. Her story of resilience, from motherhood to award-winning CEO, will inspire audiences to step up, show up, and remember their true capabilities. Kimberly is also an amazing singer, playing in a band with her drummer husband.
