Cecilia Stanton Adams

The Visionary Behind the Work

Building Inclusive Leaders & Transforming Organizations


I help leaders and organizations create meaningful, sustainable change through leadership development and workplace culture strategy.

Meet Cecilia Stanton Adams


Cecilia
is not just a consultant—she's a visionary changemaker who's reshaping the landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). As the co-founder and CEO of Stanton Adams Consulting, Cecilia doesn't just talk about DEI—she lives it, infusing her passion into every aspect of her work.

With a career spanning over a decade, Cecilia has:

  • Transformed over 100 brands in Education, Non-Profit, Government and Corporate Sectors
  • Pioneered groundbreaking research, earning the American Psychological Association's award for excellence in unconscious bias
  • Developed a proprietary approach to measuring and operationalizing DEI
  • Inspired countless leaders as a sought-after keynote speaker and executive coach

 

The Stanton Adams Approach: Where Science Meets Strategy


Cecilia's distinctive approach is based in:

  • Psychological insights
  • Organizational development principles
  • Change management techniques
  • Growth mindset philosophy

This multidisciplinary approach allows her to create tailored, actionable strategies that drive real change in organizations of all sizes.


A Catalyst for Organizational Transformation

When Cecilia partners with a company, magic happens. She doesn't just consult—she will support you in building your capacity, confidence and competence in the work. Her warm, authentic style combined with her deep expertise enables her to:

  • Empower leaders to champion DEI at every level
  • Cultivate inclusive cultures where innovation thrives
  • Drive measurable improvements in equity and representation


A Vision for a More Inclusive Future

Cecilia's mission extends beyond the boardroom. She envisions a world where:

"Diversity is celebrated as a strength, equity is the standard, and inclusion is the norm."

Her work is not just about changing policies—it's about changing hearts and minds. It's about creating workplaces where everyone can bring their full, authentic selves and contribute to a more just and equitable society.

 

 Why Organizations Trust Us 


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Press & Media Features

"They were so engaging and so relevant. I would love to use them at our college again for employees."

- Elizabeth Urang

"... Cecilia and Malissa are true experts in their field and offer outstanding content to why diversity and inclusion is so important in business and in communities. I've worked with Cecilia in corporate settings in the past and know the depth of detail that she provides for any organization she works with. She helps organizations see growth avenues that they might not see otherwise."

- Warren Westcott

 "Very knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging presenters! I was very lucky to have been able to attend one of their Diversity trainings in NYC last week!"

- Leah Cappelli 

"You played a HUGE role in our initiatives and progress! We couldn’t have done it without you and Cecilia. We are grateful for all the work, time, help, and resources you have given us."

- Laura Dornik, PHR, SHRM-CP
Director of Policy, Training & Talent
St. David's Center for Child & Family Development 

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