Keisha L. Blair
Skilled Trades Executive
30-Year Licensed Electrician | Workforce Leadership Strategist | Founder of Alpha Intuition™
Empowering the next generation of skilled trades leaders through authentic storytelling, practical strategies, and transformative leadership development.
About Keisha
Keisha L. Blair is a visionary leader, workforce strategist, and founder with over three decades of hands-on experience in the electrical trade. Her remarkable journey from apprentice to executive leadership within a Fortune 50 organization—where she spearheaded vendor-to-self-perform maintenance transitions, generating $5.2 million in first-year savings—is a testament to her unparalleled expertise and strategic acumen.
As the Director of Central Support Services & Facility Maintenance Management for a large municipal utility, Keisha is at the forefront of operational excellence and leadership development.
Beyond her corporate achievements, Keisha is the dynamic force behind Alpha Intuition™, a leadership platform built on her transformative CEO Mindset framework: Create, Eliminate, Organize. She is the acclaimed author of "Alpha Intuition: Don't Stop, Keep Climbing," a powerful guide for aspiring leaders.
Through her work, including the Pink Tool Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing AI-resistant career pathways in skilled trades, Keisha is passionately committed to equipping individuals with the skills, mindset, and opportunities to thrive in an evolving economy.
Signature Speaking Topics
FROM APPRENTICE TO EXECUTIVE
The Skilled Trades Leadership Climb
Practical strategies for trades professionals to elevate their careers, build confidence, and transition into impactful leadership roles.
ESSENTIAL LEADERS
Elevating Skilled Trades Professionals
Strengthening leadership capacity, fostering innovation, and driving operational excellence within maintenance and operations teams.
WOMEN LEADING IN SKILLED TRADES
Breaking Barriers, Building Visibility
Inspiring and empowering women to thrive in male-dominated industries, creating pathways for success and leadership.
AI-RESISTANT CAREER PATHWAYS
Crafting Future-Proof Careers in Skilled Trades
Positioning skilled trades as high-value, sustainable careers in an era of rapid technological advancement.
What Event Organizers Say
"Keisha's presentation was transformative. Her authentic storytelling and practical leadership strategies resonated deeply with our apprentices. We've already invited her back for next year."
Maria Rodriguez
Director, State Apprenticeship Program
Workforce Development Board
"As a woman in trades, hearing Keisha's journey from electrician to executive was incredibly inspiring. She broke down barriers and showed us what's possible. Highly recommend her for any CTE program."
Jennifer Chen
CTE Program Coordinator
Technical High School District
"Keisha brought energy, expertise, and real-world insights to our maintenance leadership conference. Her $5.2M cost-saving story was the highlight. The audience engagement was outstanding."
David Thompson
Operations Manager
Fortune 50 Utilities Company
Blog & Resources
Insights on leadership, women in trades, and climbing the corporate ladder in skilled industries.
Featured
Women in Construction: Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Discover how women are reshaping the construction and skilled trades industries, overcoming barriers, and creating pathways for the next generation.
From Apprentice to Executive: The Corporate Ladder Climb
A strategic roadmap for skilled trades professionals to advance into leadership positions, with real-world examples and actionable strategies.
Featured in Memphis Voyager: Keisha's Journey
Read about Keisha's remarkable transformation from electrician to executive in Memphis Voyager magazine.
All Resources
Women in Trades
Women in Construction: Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Leadership Development
From Apprentice to Executive: The Corporate Ladder Climb
Press & Features
Featured in Memphis Voyager: Keisha's Journey
Press & Features
Bold Journey: Leading with Authenticity
Leadership Development
The CEO Mindset: Create, Eliminate, Organize
Career Strategy
AI-Resistant Careers in Skilled Trades
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Watch on YouTube →Speaking Engagements
Watch highlights from Keisha's speaking engagements at industry conferences, CTE programs, and workforce development events.
Watch Speaking Reel →What Event Organizers Can Expect
Field expertise + executive authority
High-energy delivery
Applicable leadership strategies
Authentic storytelling
Strong audience engagement
Practical takeaways
Media Kit & Resources
Download our comprehensive media kit with everything you need to promote Keisha's speaking engagement at your event.
Included in Media Kit:
- High-resolution professional photos
- Detailed speaker biography
- Speaking topic descriptions
- Event organizer testimonials
- Social media promotional copy
- Press release template
Quick Facts
Experience
30+ Years
in skilled trades & leadership
Impact
$5.2M
in first-year operational savings
Expertise
Executive Leadership
Workforce Development
Skilled Trades Strategy
Speaking Format
45-min to Full-day
In-person, Virtual, Hybrid
Ideal Audiences
Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship Conferences
Career & Technical Education (CTE) Programs
Workforce Development Organizations
Women in Construction & Trades Summits
Corporate Facility Maintenance Teams
Technical & Trade Schools
Leadership Development Programs
Industry Associations & Professional Organizations
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Live & In Action
Keisha on Stage
From major conferences to CTE programs, Keisha commands every stage with energy, authority, and authentic storytelling.
Commanding the Stage
Future Forward Conference
Professional Portraits
Photo Gallery
