About Us

At Kenisha Coon Consulting, the way we lead, innovate, and drive change has evolved—so, let me ask you this: Have you?

All organizations struggle—from child welfare to corporate, government, and tech spaces—to turn DEI from a buzzword into real, systemic change. Policies fall short. Leadership lacks representation. And too often, the communities most impacted are left out of the conversation.

But here’s the truth: Lived experience matters. Overcoming generational trauma, systemic barriers, and inequitable policies isn’t just theory—it’s my reality. And that’s why I do this work.

Now, let’s pause for a moment.

Data tells us what’s broken—lived experience tells us how to fix it. Women and BIPOC professionals are ready to lead, but systemic barriers persist. Tech, corporate, and government sectors struggle to embed equity into real, measurable action. Every policy decision shapes people’s lives—but is leadership equipped to make them equitable?

That ends here, with us, right now.

What I Do

I equip leaders at every level—CEOs, C-suite executives, policymakers, and community advocates—to lead through an equity lens. I empower women, BIPOC professionals, and allies to break systemic barriers and step into their influence. I help organizations—from tech to child welfare—root their work in data, research, and lived experience to drive real impact.

Why Me?

I’ve been on the front-facing part of the work, working directly with families, from the local to the federal level. I’ve shaped policy, led systemic overhauls, and worked with organizations like AdoptUSKids, Families Rising, and the Minority Professional Leadership Development program.

From child welfare reform to equitable tech solutions, I understand how systems operate—and how to change them.

My Approach

It’s not about quick fixes. Rooting change in systems-level strategy, policy shifts, and equity-driven decision-making is the only way forward. My Equity & Systems Change Framework provides the roadmap for organizations that are ready to embed sustainable change at every level.

So let’s get real: You’re not here to check a DEI box—you’re here to build something that lasts. Systemic transformation requires strategy, courage, and action, whether you’re leading in tech, government, or child welfare.

About Kenisha Coon

Kenisha Coon, MS (she/her)
Keynote Speaker| Author| DEIB Expert | Antiracism Leader | Child Welfare Advocate

Kenisha Coon, MS, is a nationally recognized leader in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) and antiracism work, with lived experience of trauma and resilience in the child welfare system. She holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Psychology, a Post-Master’s Teaching Certificate in Psychology, and a DEI in the Workplace Certification. She is currently a PhD Candidate.

With over 15 years of experience in child welfare, DEIB, and systems change, Kenisha is a transformational leader dedicated to dismantling systemic inequities. She facilitates strategic planning, training, and consulting nationwide, collaborating with government agencies, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations to create sustainable, equitable change.

Kenisha is a graduate of the Minority Professional Leadership Development (MPLD) Program and has partnered with organizations such as AdoptUSKids, the National Adoption Association, Families Rising, the Children's Bureau, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, various municipal governments, and the Jackson County Collaborative Network. Her work engages policymakers, social workers, educators, and grassroots leaders in developing culturally responsive programs, evidence-based coaching initiatives, and organizational strategies that advance equity and inclusion.

As the founder of Kenisha Coon Consulting, she supports businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies in implementing anti-racist frameworks, designing DEIB-centered policies, and fostering inclusive leadership cultures. She also owns Lettering by Kenisha, a creative calligraphy business that promotes joy through artistic expression. Beyond her professional endeavors, Kenisha is an active mentor, facilitator, and advocate, working with communities to expand racial equity education and cultivate courageous spaces for transformative learning.

By day, Kenisha leads efforts to eliminate disparities for Black and Brown youth in the child welfare system, guiding professionals in embedding anti-racist principles into their daily practice. By night, she nurtures her creativity through lettering, doodling, and artistic expression—both as a form of self-care and as an inspiration for others.

Kenisha is also a published author. Her latest book, And Then She Persisted, is a powerful memoir of overcoming generational trauma, abuse, and neglect, standing up against racism, and embracing advocacy, allyship, and purpose-driven leadership.

Ready to drive real change? Let’s connect and build the future, together.