Senior Consultant
Nailah Blades (she/her) joined TREC in 2023 as a Senior Consultant. An experienced leadership program facilitator, coach, and consultant, Nailah’s work is centered on her belief that when we stand in the truth of our authentic selves, we can live and lead in a way that creates real change in our world. She has spent the last decade supporting leaders create vibrant personal and professional lives, as well as consulting with organizations on how to create inclusive organizational cultures. Most recently, she worked within the outdoor conservation space, coaching BIPOC leaders and facilitating professional development programs for Black, Indigenous, and employees of color. She studies, practices, and centers the wisdom of adrienne maree brown, Audre Lorde, and bell hooks in her work supporting leader and organizations. In addition, Nailah integrates the work of Lisa Lahey and Robert Kegan as she supports client partners navigate individual growth and development.
Nailah began her career in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which gave her invaluable experience in marketing and strategic planning. She then went on to start and run a digital marketing agency that focused on creating impactful, inclusive content for lifestyle brands. She earned her Master’s in Communication and Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University and holds a Bachelor’s in Communication from the University of Southern California.
In addition to her professional work, Nailah sits on the board of directors for the YMCA of Northern Utah and is a member of the steering committee for Every Kid Outdoors under the Utah Governor’s Division of Outdoor Recreation.
Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the mountains near her home in Salt Lake City, UT, reading cozy mystery novels, and travelling with her husband and kids.
