Zakiya T. Brown, Ed.D. is the founder and CEO of Pivotal Growth Enterprises, LLC, a premier coaching and consulting firm dedicated to advancing strategic planning, leadership development, and transformational growth across diverse sectors. With nearly 20 years of experience in higher education, Dr. Brown has led initiatives in student retention, campus-based violence prevention, restorative justice, and DEI/JEDI strategic planning. Her work fosters holistic development through culturally relevant frameworks and data-driven initiatives that enhance organizational performance.

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Dr. Brown holds life and executive leadership coaching certifications and is trained in trauma-informed care. She also holds certifications in Title IX and Civil Rights Investigations, Title IX Coordination, and cultural competencies in DEI/JEDI best practices. She earned her doctorate in Higher Education Administration from Northcentral University, a master’s in Educational Leadership from Concordia University-Portland, and a bachelor’s in Economics from Central State University. Through Pivotal Growth Enterprises, she is dedicated to guiding organizations and leaders toward sustainable growth, impact, and lasting change.