Owner & Principal Consultant

LG Consulting’s owner, LaShonda Porter brings more than 20 years of experience to the organization. Her background in the private and public sectors has shaped her experiences, leadership, and capacity to assist organizations with strategic planning, facilitaion and stakeholder engagement, project management, keynote and speaker training, and coaching. She brings a passion for inspiring change and making an impact on both the individuals and organizations she supports. She is a Certified Project Management Professional, Certified Myers Briggs Practitioner, and Certified Diversity Executive.

LaShonda is a strategist, coach, facilitator, and speaker known for her calm yet commanding presence, sharp intellect, and unwavering commitment to people and purpose. She leads high-stakes conversations with grace, navigates complexity with courage, and brings both heart and clarity to the work of transformation. Grounded and intentional, she creates spaces where people feel safe to be real, stretch their thinking, and move with purpose.

Her work sits at the intersection of equity, strategy, and human connection. Whether coaching a leader, guiding a team through strategic planning, or facilitating a tough conversation, LaShonda brings emotional intelligence, discernment, and quiet strength. She listens deeply, sees both the big picture and the human stories within it, and helps others move forward—with care, courage, and integrity. Trusted across sectors for her insight and presence, she blends wisdom, warmth, and wit to foster meaningful dialogue, growth, and impact. Described as “a blessing” and “someone you always want on your team,” LaShonda helps people and organizations do great work—while enjoying the journey along the way.