Growing Beyond Borders: CJD Consulting’s Story of Local and Global Impact
CJD Consulting Solutions, LLC, owned by Dr. Crystal Davis, is making waves locally, nationally, and internationally. With support from the Circle of Community Grant, Dr. Crystal has strategically strengthened her business infrastructure, expanded her professional reach, and elevated the credibility of her leadership development programs.
Investing in Growth
Dr. Crystal has used her grant funds to strengthen CJD Consulting’s core operations:
Operational supplies like printer ink and paper for day-to-day needs
Subscriptions to Canva, ChatGPT, and Grammarly to enhance professional content creation
SHRM accreditation for the CJD Servant Leadership Academy, ensuring high-quality, recognized training programs
Upcoming investments: renewal of NMSDC certification to maintain minority-owned business status and accounting services to support financial management and scalability
Impact So Far
“The grant has reduced out-of-pocket costs, improved efficiency, and positioned us for greater visibility and recognition in the leadership development space. It’s building a stronger platform for sustainable growth.”
—Dr. Crystal
Major Wins in 2025
This year has been monumental for Dr. Crystal:
Appointed to the Kansas African American Affairs Commission by Governor Laura Kelly
Writing a new textbook with World Scientific Publishers (2027 release)
Served as PhD evaluator for Minhaj University in Pakistan and published international research
Welcomed 8 new clients, expanding leadership development and consulting services
Featured in VoyageKC Magazine and the upcoming book RISE, WOMAN!
Invited as Commencement Speaker for Karns Innovation Academy
Led initiatives through Servant Hearts, Inc., supporting youth and families in the community
Giving Back
Beyond growing her business, Dr. Crystal serves as a BEFH coach, mentoring other entrepreneurs, and participates in the Commerce Uplift Cohort to strengthen sustainable business practices across the community.
From serving her local community to influencing global scholarship, Dr. Crystal exemplifies how BEFH grantees are shaping the future. Be inspired, get involved, and see what’s possible when entrepreneurs are supported to thrive.
