I am Dr. Kenya Nyota Lee.
Writer. Storyteller. Creative catalyst. Convener.
For more than two decades I have worked at the intersections of leadership, creativity and community. I understand what it means to hold many roles at once, to lead with purpose, and still feel the quiet pull toward a life that is deeper, freer and more aligned with who you are becoming.
Our stories are layered. Our brilliance is multifaceted. And often our strength is shaped in spaces that were never designed with us in mind.
My purpose is to create spaces where women honor themselves, reclaim their creative voice, and define joy and success on their own terms.
The familiar path no longer allowed me to live expansively.
So I started making room for writing, creativity, curiosity and community and to ponder the questions waiting for my attention.
Today, through writing, storytelling, the podcast and community gatherings, I support women who are ready to pause, reflect and step into their next chapter.
My work is not about striving or fixing. It is about becoming… remembering your power, trusting your wisdom and imagining new possibilities for your life.
20+ years of leadership experience in higher education administration and organizational culture strategy
Degrees: BA in English (Queens College, CUNY); MS in Higher Education Administration (Baruch College, CUNY); Doctorate in Organizational Leadership Studies (Northeastern University)
Research: Focus on career advancement and leadership pathways for women professionals
Leadership Roles: NYC Regional Coordinator, NYS ACE Women’s Network (2018–2021)
Recognition: Named to City & State New York’s Responsible 100 (2021)
Certified Coach (Coach Training Alliance)
Founder, Kenya Nyota Lee, LLC (dba Creative & Resilient Voices, LLC): Strategy, storytelling and convening for women and mission-driven organizations
Writer & Storyteller: Creator of the Creative & Resilient Substack publication
Podcast Host: Creative & Resilient Podcast, featuring conversations on leadership, creativity and becoming
Speaker & Thought Leader: Integrates strategy, storytelling and soulful inquiry to support women who lead and create