Miya T. Simpson, Ph.D. is an experienced leader and administrator with over two decades in K-12 and higher education committed to promoting access, equity, and achievement. Her extensive career includes positions in academic and student affairs; education policy and governance; and program planning and implementation.

As a consultant and thought partner, Miya has also worked with organizations and institutions on business development, strategic planning, and grant research, writing, and editing. Miya earned her doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), master’s degree in Counseling from Hampton University, and bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University.