Client Testimonials

"Khalilah is a dynamic consultant and partner for our team as we work to ensure the DEI conversation is integrated into our work. She is responsive, energetic and non-judgmental in her approach. Khalilah ensures that each person feels heard and validated, but she is not afraid to respectfully challenge us as a team or individuals."

-Managing Partner at HPS Consulting

"Coaching with Khalilah has taken my leadership to the next level. She has helped me get clear about who I am as a leader and provides real advice on navigating leadership challenges. After each coaching session, I feel empowered to take action using the many tools and strategies she provides. Every women leader needs Khalilah as their coach so they can fully step into their greatness!"

- Kandice Cole, Global Executive Director for Narrative 4

"Khalilah has a spark and style that creates an instant connection. She welcomed me in to sharing my anti-racism learning and parenting journey on Candidly Connecting and made sharing my story with her community so comfortable. She has a passion for unlocking stories with love and without judgment - and helping us all connect with more authenticity. Whatever Khaliliah lights up in this world, I want to be a part of it!"

- Maria Ross, Speaker, Author, Workshop Leader, Podcast Host, and Empathy Advocate

"Khalilah not only created psychological safety and a space of vulnerability during her session but also provided so much wisdom about living life through the 'B' list. She gave so many great ways for participants to put things into action and shift the mindset of 'having life happen to you' to 'life is happening FOR you'. I look forward to having Khalilah come back to lead more sessions and would recommend to anyone who is hoping to bring awareness about navigating challenging times."

-Jyl Feliciano, Global VP of Diversity Equity Inclusion at Highspot

"I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities to collaborate with Khalilah in the DEI space. I’m inspired by what she brings to the table based on her vast experience, instincts and faith. She’s also a great mentor and has generously helped me to step into my own light. :)

- LESLIE FISCHER

"Khalilah brings so much expertise but it’s her ability to connect in a real and genuine way and to meet people where they are that truly sets her apart! I have greatly enjoyed our partnership and the innovative ways she approaches her work and it’s icing on the cake that we’ve developed a genuine friendship along the way."

-Molly Sjostrom, General Mills

"Khalilah is my go-to human for thoughtful, informed, and engaging discussion around human-centered conversations. She is a wealth of knowledge and experience and really listens. She also works to provide vetted resources and material that is tailored to our audience. Khalilah’s energy, passion, and spirit are infectious and we are lucky to benefit from her partnership!"

-Annie Rezac, Diversity Officer at Ulteig

"Khalilah's attendance at the Inaugural City of Evanston's Workforce Development Symposium was a great introduction to setting the standard for workforce development in this community. Her expertise, authentic approach and gracious guidance unequivocally initiated conversation on how to re-envision workforce development, providing local leaders in attendance with substantial wisdom to fuel their understanding of how to better support the local workforce through programming and services. Many local leaders expressed their fascination with her key points, stating they were well-digestible and confident in seeing a progressive future for workforce development in this community. Thank you Khalilah for your amazing work and for being a beacon of light to the future of workforce development in Evanston!

- Jessica Cooper, MBA; Workforce Development Manager

"Khalilah’s expertise and approach is unmatched and has allowed us to actualize our mission and commitment to being an anti-racist, multicultural organization that strategically promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. She creates psychologically, safe spaces that allow leaders to unpack, learn, and share, promoting collaboration, and a sense of belonging. As a result, the investment we have made in our team members will also advance social change in the communities we serve."

- Cherese Ledet, CEO of YWCA Evanston/Northshore

"As a thought leader, Khalilah not only delivers, but elevates difficult conversations within organizations masterfully by creating learning and exchange opportunities in a psychologically safe environment, while building lasting partnership opportunities."

- STORYBOLT

"Khalilah is a strategic DEI thought-leader that eloquently connects with audiences in a way that allows them to unlock new learnings centered around diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging topics. Khalilah humanizes DEI concepts so that they are relatable and effectively reach employees where they are in their personal DEI journey."

- 3Q DIGITAL