Andrea L. Neely

Andrea L. Neely is a distinguished nonprofit executive and leadership strategist with more than 15 years of experience driving transformational impact in education and its pipeline to the workforce at the local, regional, and national levels. Throughout her career, she has helped secure and steward more than $90 million in support of initiatives that advance economic development, educational equity, leadership development, and community empowerment.

Recognized for her visionary leadership and strategic expertise, Andrea has served in key roles with nationally respected organizations including the United Negro College Fund and the Simon Youth Foundation. Her work has led successful campaigns and initiatives across multiple states, including Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Florida, and Washington, D.C. Today, she leads her own consulting firm, Praxis Strategic Consulting Solutions, where she partners with organizations and leaders to strengthen mission-driven impact and sustainable growth.

Andrea’s contributions to leadership and education have earned her numerous honors, including the 2025 Lifetime Education Achievement Award from Recorder Media Group, the Governor’s Concordia Award presented by Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, the Partner in Progress Award from Lt. Governor Becky Skillman, and the Madam C.J. Walker Outstanding Woman of the Year Award from CLD.

Passionate about developing the next generation of leaders, Andrea continues to serve as a sought-after speaker and presenter for organizations such as Strada Education Foundation and Building Leaders + Legacies. Above all, she is a proud mother of four.