Dr. Latish Reed Reed

About Dr. Latish Reed Reed

Dr. Latish Reed is a senior leadership consultant with over two decades of experience. She was Milwaukee Public Schools’ first equity leader, championing efforts to create more inclusive and just learning environments. She also led professional development initiatives, including the district’s first virtual leadership institute for over 1,200 leaders. Before her district role, Dr. Reed was an assistant professor at UNC-Chapel Hill and UW-Milwaukee, focusing on the cultural and social dynamics that shape school leadership. She has also been a college admissions counselor, teacher, and administrator.

Dr. Reed holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from UW-Madison, a Master’s from Alverno College, and a B.A. from Marquette University. A sought-after speaker and strategist, she partners with organizations across industries to drive policy development, conduct evaluations, and provide executive coaching that leads to meaningful change. Her upcoming book, The Complexities of Equity: Pushing through Shades of Gray in Schools and Organizations, helps readers navigate the challenges of leading in a diverse world. She finds joy in the arts, social media storytelling, and being Zion’s proud mom.