Latise Hairston is a global transformative leader who guides, empowers, and assists people in developing creative solutions to life’s challenges.
She has counseled and coached hundreds of individuals, leaders, and organizations in the government, non-profit, and corporate sectors, including one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. She designs, manages, and facilitates enterprise-wide innovative solutions around strategic planning, change management, and leadership.
Latise is also the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of HOPE Consulting. She specializes in creative problem solving, instructional design, diversity, equity and inclusion, training/facilitation, leadership, and organizational development. Additionally, she is an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Business, Management, and Leadership at Medaille College. Latise began her career working in various roles within child welfare, advocating for children and families.
Latise holds an M.S. in Counseling, M.S. in Creativity and Change Leadership, and a Ph.D. in Leadership and Policy (with a concentration in Organizational Development). Latise is a certified professional coach through the International Coaching Federation, DISC Behavioral Analysis Trainer & Consultant, and FourSight facilitator, among other certifications. Latise has presented at numerous conferences and is a published researcher.
When working with organizations, Latise’s strategy for success is to establish a learning community, an environment in which there is partnership and collaboration; a commitment to productive, creative, and useful time together, and a willingness to take risks and learn from each other. Using a multitude of tools, techniques, and focus areas, she inspires and encourages leaders to shift from a fixed mindset, when needed, to a growth mindset.
When not working, Latise enjoys trying new things, traveling on new adventures, and eating different cuisine. This has led to her traveling to places such as Morocco, Paris, London, Amsterdam, Ghana, and multiple countries in the Caribbean. Latise has a heart for people and the community. She volunteers with the Restorative Justice Coalition in Buffalo, NY, where she resides.
