Turning ideas into impact.

— for the Driven, Strategic, and Ready to Scale.

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Empowering businesses

S.H.D delivers proactive, results-focused consulting for entrepreneurs, leaders, and veterans ready to grow, sell, and succeed.

Our mission is to help businesses and veterans turn clarity into strategy and strategy into results — scaling with confidence, leading with purpose, and winning with precision.

Our Vision is to be the trusted advisor for small businesses and veterans — delivering strategic clarity, action, and results that last.

Certification Readiness

We guide you through SBA certifications with firsthand expertise.

Strategic Growth

We help align your goals and scale your business with purpose.

Leadership & Teams

We develop strong leaders and build high-performing teams.

Process & Change

We streamline operations and manage change with confidence.

Our Services

Organizational Development

Workplace Culture Consulting

SBA Certification Assistance

Veteran Benefit Packet Assistance

Business Strategy

meet the founder

Dr. Markeesha Reed

Dr. Markeesha Reed is a trusted advisor and proven strategist who built and successfully exited a multi-million-dollar firm. Through SHD LLC, she now helps other business owners grow with clarity, scale with purpose, and lead with confidence.

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Unlock the tools that turn vision into action and strategy into success.

Track Record That Inspires Confidence

Trusted advisors to Startups, Small businesses, and Veteran-led companies.

Nationally Recognized Leader

Featured in the 2022 Washington Business Journal

Built a Multimillion-Dollar Business

Successfully navigating the federal contracting space and securing high-value government contracts

50+

Created 50+ Jobs for veterans and professionals

$30 million

Managed and won a $30M+ Portfolio of federal contracts

"She combines deep expertise with a genuine passion."

I've had the distinct honor of working with Dr. Markeesha Reed both professionally and personally, and I can confidently say that she one of the most outstanding individuals I've had the privilege to collaborate with. Her professionalism is unmatched. She's someone who combines deep expertise with a genuine passion for her work, which truly sets her apart.
Her dedication to empowering others is evident in everything she does, and her commitment to breaking barriers is inspiring.

C. Boisseau

Assistant Director of Military & Veteran Services/VERITAS Liaison

"With her guidance, I found my footing."

Dr. Reed has been more than just a mentor – she’s been a true champion for my growth. When I first stepped into the world of government contracting, I felt overwhelmed by the complexity and fierce competition. But with her guidance, I found my footing. She took the time to break down the processes, share her hard-earned insights, and push me to aim higher than I ever thought possible. Dr. Reed’s unwavering belief in my potential has not only helped me grow my business but also built my confidence as a leader. She genuinely cares about my success, and that has made all the difference. I am beyond grateful for her mentorship and the impact she has had on my journey.

K. Shipp

The Kreative Firm

"I could've sat with her all day."

Our sessions with Dr. Reed and the information she gave was awesome. I sat with her all 3 sessions, I could've sat with her all day.

Eschelle J.

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