A woman of many talents!  Tonya C. Bailey is a sought-after conference speaker, workshop presenter and personal development coach/trainer.  She is an amazing corporate consultant and executive educational advisor with over 20 years of experience in higher education and in the non-profit sector.  She combines heartfelt inspiration, laugh-out-loud humor, and practical strategies to drive change and success for numerous organizations and teams around the globe.
 
As an inspirational speaker that provides an unforgettable experience for all ages, diverse organizations, and groups.  Tonya's style connectivity reaches audiences with her expertise, passion for others to succeed and her own leadership secrets which she candidly shares that lifts and inspires others to their personal best.  
 
Born and raised in Flint, MI where she attended Luke M. Powers Catholic High School and graduated from Flint Northwestern High School.  Tonya is a graduate of the University of Evansville, Indiana where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Mass Communication and her Master's degree in Public Administration from the University of Michigan Rackham Graduate School.  Tonya has completed her Ph.D studies in Educational Leadership from Central Michigan University.  The focus of her research is measuring sense of belonging among first-generation African American students at predominately white institutions and the role high impact practices play in their belongingness and retention.  Currently, Tonya serves as the Chief Diversity Officer at Lansing Community College.  Tonya is happily married and the proud mother of eight children.