Mya McQueen

Director of Outreach 

Mya McQueen is a first-generation scholar and advocate dedicated to making education accessible, transformative, and purpose-driven. With over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership and higher education, Mya has become a trusted leader in student recruitment, leadership development, and providing holistic support to students from diverse backgrounds.

As the Director of Outreach at Lionheart Coaching Academy, Mya leads efforts to expand access to transformative educational programs through strategic partnerships and community engagement. Her work focuses on empowering students not only to thrive academically but also to embrace their unique potential and align their academic success with their life’s purpose.

  • Previously, Mya served as a Graduate Student Intern at Ramapo College, where she developed programs and workshops to help first-generation students succeed academically and transition seamlessly into higher education. Her commitment to supporting underrepresented students extends to her role as the Student Outreach and Academic Reinforcement (SOAR) Coordinator at Table of Hope, where she oversaw college access and tutoring programs for students in Morris County, New Jersey.

    In her time with SOAR, Mya:

    • Managed a tutoring program connecting college students with 5th graders in need of academic support.

    • Guided high school juniors and seniors through the college application process, including organizing college tours and workshops.

    • Conducted quarterly assessments to measure program impact and improve outcomes for students.

    Mya’s experiences have given her a deep understanding of the challenges faced by first-generation students and a passion for creating pathways that make education not only accessible but meaningful. Her mission is to empower students, families, and organizations to develop purpose-driven leaders who will transform their communities and the world.

    Through her leadership at Lionheart Coaching Academy, Mya McQueen is committed to ensuring that students discover their unique potential and have the resources they need to succeed academically, personally, and professionally.