Welcome to PDL Consultant Group, LLC—your partner in transformation. We specialize in guiding growth and change through principled consulting and innovative coaching. Let’s unlock your potential together.
PDL Consultant Group, LLC empowers individuals and organizations at crucial crossroads with transformative consulting and transitional coaching services, rooted in practical solutions and Kingdom principles. Specializing in personal development, professional growth, and visionary fulfillment, we leverage certified tools and customized training to guide you towards your desired outcomes. Discover more about how we can support your journey to success.
To provide practical solutions to individuals, couples, and organizations in transition
Developing people to be their best selves by providing practical solutions for personal growth, personal development, and leadership.
At PDL Consultant Group, LLC, our journey began with a simple yet profound belief: that everyone has the potential to transform their vision into reality. Rooted in Kingdom principles and driven by a passion for empowerment, we’ve dedicated ourselves to guiding individuals, leaders, and organizations through their most pivotal transitions. Our story is one of passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to bringing practical solutions to life’s complex challenges. Through personalized coaching, strategic consulting, and a suite of tailored services, we’ve helped countless clients turn their dreams into tangible successes. Join us as we continue to write our story, one transformation at a time, helping you bring your vision to life.
Founder and CEO
Dr. LaKeshia D. Payton is an accomplished higher education executive, entrepreneur, and proud United States U.S. Air Force veteran with more than twenty years of experience leading transformational programs that advance student achievement, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. As a CEO and educational leader, she has directed multi-million-dollar federal initiatives, designed high-impact student-success models, and cultivated strategic partnerships that expand access and opportunity for diverse populations.
Dr. Payton holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Wingate University, a Master of School Administration from UNC Chapel Hill, a Master of Public Administration from Troy University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Her professional excellence has been recognized through her selection as a 40 Under 40 honoree, highlighting her impact as a leader, innovator, and community advocate.
She is the founder of a consulting enterprise dedicated to leadership development, grant strategy, and organizational growth. Her work also includes innovative entrepreneurial products and services that support legacy planning for business owners, design corporate benefit strategies, and develop high-converting business funnels. She specializes in helping leaders and entrepreneurs move from daily operational overwhelm to strategic clarity, equipping them with systems that improve productivity, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
Recognized for her ability to translate complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions, Dr. Payton empowers organizations and business owners to lead with intention, build scalable structures, and create generational impact through education, enterprise, and legacy-focused planning.
