I am an accomplished executive, trained organizational sociologist, and educator with over 20 years of expertise in facilitating my mission of empowering institutions to lead inclusively and thrive in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world. My track record of success is grounded in leveraging data-driven insights, human and community-centered approaches, and a commitment to inclusive excellence.

Throughout my 20+ year career as an educator, researcher, strategic consultant, and executive leader, I have built a track record of leveraging data-driven insights to optimize sustainable organizational practices, ensuring they are both innovative and inclusive. I have developed equity-centered frameworks and customized strategies tailored to business goals, created and implemented strategic plans, and conducted institutional assessments. I also employ cutting-edge visualizations and communication practices to optimize storytelling, build consensus, and maintain stakeholder engagement. Additionally, I have taught hundreds of workshops and training sessions, developed courses, and authored articles, a book chapter, and several practitioner guides to support talent development and lifelong learning.

My work is guided by a commitment to accountability, sustainability, and continuous innovation. I believe in the power of unity, shared responsibility, and compassion, which fosters hope, resilience, and empowerment. These values drive my efforts to close disparity gaps, enhance internal operations, build partnerships, and create inclusive systems that deliver meaningful, lasting impact while strengthening public perceptions and brand recognition.

My success has opened doors to opportunities with organizations across multiple industries, from higher education and community non-profits to healthcare, government, professional organizations, and publicly traded companies. As a diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging thought leader, I am a reviewer for several journals. I have served on numerous boards, including the Regions Institute for Financial Education, UAB Medicine Health Equality Index, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Affinity Board, STREAM Innovations, Urban Impact, Inc., and Thrive Liberation Community Center. Building on this experience, I launched BrainTrust, LLC, a strategic consulting agency dedicated to helping organizations navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful change.

I hold a Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Organizational Theory, Leadership, and Socialization, a Master of Education in Adult Education, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Auburn University. My advanced training includes fellowships and programs with the Peabody Professional Practice Institute, the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education, NADOHE’s Standards for Professional Practice Institute, the Chief Diversity Officer Fellows Program, and Harvard Business School’s Young American Leaders Program. I am also a proud AmeriCorps alum and an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.