Keyeriah Miles Juneteenth Q & A With Hibbett
Jun 18, 2025
Keyeriah Miles is a female entrepreneur, athlete, mentor, and overall powerhouse advocate for women of color. Her voice and her platform are strong, and she is helping drive meaningful growth and change for the Black community thanks to the sacrifices of the generations before her who suffered through slavery before emancipation in 1865. Juneteenth marks the day that a new door opened for Keyeriah and those who will follow. We recently spoke with her to hear her thoughts on Black excellence, celebrating freedom and Juneteenth, the power of community and more.
Keyeriah: Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the resilience, strength, and brilliance of our ancestors and of our responsibility to carry their legacy forward. As a Black woman and business owner, it’s a moment to pause and honor the journey my great-grand parents paved for my family and I, while also celebrating how far we've come.
Keyeriah: I was working for one of the largest fortune 500 companies in Atlanta when I realized how many deals and relationships were being built on the golf course and I wasn’t part of those conversations. During the pandemic, I started taking golf lessons and never looked back. Eventually, I wanted to create a space where women felt not only welcomed but empowered to show up confidently in those same spaces.
Keyeriah: One of the biggest challenges has been navigating spaces where I’m often the only one: the only woman, the only Black person, or the only one without generational connections in the sport. I’ve learned to turn those moments into motivation. Instead of shrinking, I leaned in. I built my own table and invited others to sit with me. Every “no” just reminded me to create something better.
Keyeriah: It’s everything. Visibility is powerful. When young Black girls see me on the golf course, leading an organization, and confidently occupying space, they see what’s possible. I want them to know that they belong here not just as players, but as leaders, innovators, and decision-makers.
Keyeriah: Through Ladies Who Golf, I create access to golf, yes, but also to mentorship, networking, and opportunity. We spotlight women in the sport, collaborate with women-owned brands, and reinvest in our communities. In addition to golf, it’s about sisterhood, growth, and legacy.
Keyeriah: I hope Ladies Who Golf leaves a legacy of possibility. We helped rewrite the rules, reimagine who belongs in certain spaces, and made it easier for the next generation to walk through doors we had to fight to open. I want young Black girls to see themselves in golf, not as outsiders, but as pioneers.
Keyeriah: One moment that stands out is our first clinic for young girls. Watching their faces light up as they held a golf club for the first time, knowing that this was something they’d never had access to before was deeply moving. That day, we weren’t just teaching golf; we were planting seeds of confidence and belonging.
Keyeriah: I honor Black excellence by living it. Through intentional storytelling, collaboration, and creating experiences rooted in culture and empowerment, I celebrate who we are. Whether it's showcasing Black-owned brands at our events or mentoring young women, I weave excellence into everything I do.
Keyeriah: Start before you’re ready. Don’t wait for permission. Your unique perspective is your superpower, and the world needs what only you can create. Be bold, be intentional, and build community along the way. The journey is where the real magic happens.
Keyeriah: I’m reflecting by honoring those who paved the way and committing to continue their work through action. On the course, we’re teaching the game and opening doors. Off the course, we’re building networks, telling our stories, and creating spaces where Black women can thrive unapologetically. That’s the future I’m shaping.
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