Keisha Scarlett

Dr. Keisha Scarlett is an executive leader, strategist, and systems thinker with over 25 years of experience driving organizational change across public, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. She is deeply committed to ensuring that leadership, governance, and operational systems reflect values of equity, justice, and innovation. Her work centers on aligning strategy with impact—helping organizations design and implement solutions that dismantle barriers, build capacity, and create sustainable, measurable outcomes.

As a former superintendent and executive leadership consultant, Dr. Scarlett has successfully led transformational initiatives, including launching multi-million-dollar literacy efforts, improving governance structures, and negotiating labor agreements that advance workforce equity. She is a trusted advisor to leaders navigating complex systems, specializing in executive coaching, change management, and strategic planning. With a collaborative and results-driven approach, she partners with organizations to develop policies and practices that foster inclusive leadership, enhance performance, and create lasting impact. Dr. Scarlett’s leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that systems must be intentionally designed to reveal and develop talent—ensuring that organizations and communities thrive.