Ronesha Hayes is a community-rooted leader with deep experience in organizational change, business management, government contracting, and financial consulting. Her work sits at the intersection of strategy and service. She is known for showing up for her community in tangible ways, whether through sponsorship, partnership, mentorship, or creating spaces where entrepreneurs and organizations can grow with clarity and confidence. Ronesha’s leadership is grounded in action, relationship-building, and a belief that sustainable change happens when people feel supported, informed, and resourced.

She is the founder of Hayes Consulting and Coaching, a Minority- and Women-Owned Business Management and Consulting Agency based in the Portland metro area, with offices in Vancouver, Washington and Beaverton, Oregon. The firm serves government agencies, city departments, private entities, nonprofits, and small business owners nationwide. With a Pacific Northwest-based team, Hayes Consulting and Coaching specializes in program and project management, business administration, supplier diversity, and innovative client projects designed to increase operational efficiency and financial wellness. Guided by the belief that financial security should be attainable for everyone, Ronesha and her team work to break down systemic barriers and help clients build stronger, more sustainable futures.