Elite Executive | Visionary Strategist | Leadership & Organizational Expert

Dr. Maya M. Faison is a powerhouse in leadership, strategic planning, and organizational transformation. As the Founder and CEO of Faison Advisory Group she is the driving force behind high-impact strategies that elevate organizations, optimize leadership pipelines, and catalyze systemic change. With nearly two decades of executive experience, Dr. Faison is a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, top-tier nonprofits, and mission-driven enterprises nationwide.

Renowned for her executive coaching, leadership development, and strategic growth expertise, Dr. Faison is the go-to strategist for organizations seeking to scale, strengthen operational infrastructure, and foster diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environments. She seamlessly bridges vision with execution—advising C-suite executives, guiding national fellowship programs, and designing qualitative and quantitative research that transforms insights into action.

Dr. Faison’s career is distinguished by high-stakes leadership, including securing multi-million-dollar investments, expanding organizational footprints, and forging game-changing partnerships with state legislators, government agencies, private-sector leaders, and community organizations. Her ability to align mission, strategy, and impact has made her a sought-after thought leader in executive circles.

A master facilitator and leadership architect, Dr. Faison has designed and led national strategic initiatives, spearheaded executive leadership fellowships, and coached hundreds of professionals toward next-level success. She has facilitated ERGs within major corporations, trained over a thousand participants in DEI strategy, and shaped leadership programs that drive measurable change.

A distinguished Pahara-Aspen Fellow and Leadership Tennessee alumnus, Dr. Faison’s expertise is recognized at the highest levels, earning her appointments to influential local, state, and national boards. She holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania, an Ed.M. from Harvard University, and an Ed.D. in Leadership, Policy & Organizations from Vanderbilt University, solidifying her reputation as a top-tier executive and preeminent leadership strategist.

Renowned for her executive coaching, leadership development, and strategic growth expertise, Dr. Faison is the go-to strategist for organizations seeking to scale, strengthen operational infrastructure, and foster diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environments. She seamlessly bridges vision with execution—advising C-suite executives, guiding national fellowship programs, and designing qualitative and quantitative research that transforms insights into action.

Dr. Faison’s career is distinguished by high-stakes leadership, including securing multi-million-dollar investments, expanding organizational footprints, and forging game-changing partnerships with state legislators, government agencies, private-sector leaders, and community organizations. Her ability to align mission, strategy, and impact has made her a sought-after thought leader in executive circles.

A master facilitator and leadership architect, Dr. Faison has designed and led national strategic initiatives, spearheaded executive leadership fellowships, and coached hundreds of professionals toward next-level success. She has facilitated ERGs within major corporations, trained over a thousand participants in DEI strategy, and shaped leadership programs that drive measurable change.

A distinguished Pahara-Aspen Fellow and Leadership Tennessee alumnus, Dr. Faison’s expertise is recognized at the highest levels, earning her appointments to influential local, state, and national boards. She holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania, an Ed.M. from Harvard University, and an Ed.D. in Leadership, Policy & Organizations from Vanderbilt University, solidifying her reputation as a top-tier executive and preeminent leadership strategist.

Dr. Faison is married to Dr. John Faison, Sr. She is the proud mother of three biological children (Adderley, Ellington, & Morgan), and three bonus adult children (John, Jr., Ajah, Jaden).