About me
Anissa Ray is a people-centered leader and consultant with over 15 years of experience advancing equity, leadership, and organizational development in the public health and social justice sectors. She specializes in helping mission-driven organizations design and implement strategic plans, strengthen workforce development, and build inclusive environments where individuals and teams can thrive. Anissa’s career reflects a deep commitment to equity and purpose-driven work. She has supported nonprofits, public agencies, and community-based organizations in cultivating leadership capacity, developing innovative training models, and aligning workforce initiatives with long-term organizational goals. Her approach is grounded in collaboration, creativity, and a belief in the transformative power of people. Anissa holds leadership and management certifications from the Harvard Business School, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion certificate from Cornell University, and multiple credentials in adult learning, instructional design, and strategic leadership. Through her consulting practice, Anissa partners with organizations to reimagine professional development, embed equity into systems and policies, and design pathways for growth that center people and impact.
