Where purpose meets strategy, and vision inspires action.

Shawntal Mallory is a passionate advocate for meaningful change at the crossroads of leadership, culture, and organizational strategy. Through her ventures—The Esquire Group and The Black Girl Memo—she champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, empowering professionals and organizations to lead with integrity and create lasting impact.

Whether you’re seeking expert legal and HR strategy, transformative leadership development, or real talk on Black womanhood, Shawntal provides the insight and expertise to drive purposeful growth.

Discover tailored legal, HR, and DEI strategies that drive intentional impact and empower organizations to lead with purpose.

Join the conversation on topics that matter—real talk about Black womanhood, culture, and leadership in today’s world.

Speaking Engagements

Shawntal provides the insight and expertise to drive purposeful growth.

Topics Include:

  • Leadership Insight

  • Organizational Strategy

  • Inclusive Culture

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Recent Clients

Shawntal’s expertise in leadership insight, organizational strategy, and inclusive culture has empowered a wide range of clients to achieve transformational results. From guiding nonprofit organizations through strategic pivots to helping corporate teams foster authentic inclusion, Shawntal’s work has left a lasting impact on leaders and organizations alike.

Northwestern University 
Creighton University
Omaha Chamber of Commerce/ CODE
UNMC
Heartland Workforce Solutions
Nebraska State Bar Association
Nebraska Judicial Branch

CASA of Omaha
Omaha Symphony
Council Bluffs Chamber
Mirman School (California)
Child Saving Institute
Scoular
I Be Black Girl

Midlands African Chamber
United Way of the Midlands
Lamp Rynearson
Voices for Children
International Center for Refugees & Immigrants
One World Health Center
Empowerment Network

  • Shawntal’s expert guidance in legal, DEI, and HR is invaluable, providing essential support to executives and managers facing today’s complex challenges.

    Rick Benfield, Mirman School

  • Shawntal is a skilled facilitator who brings content to life, making complex topics approachable and leading with grace and expertise.

    Marti Carrington, Equity Nerd

  • This was the best one of these discussions the Omaha Symphony has been involved with since we began this work. You did such a great job describing everything and engaging this hyper-dynamic group. 10/10 would recommend!

    Josh Tague, Omaha Symphony

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