Meet Dr. Akir Khan

A proven leader with a lifelong commitment to Greensboro's future.

Dr. Akir Khan isn't just another politician—he's one of us. Born and raised in the Triad, Akir has spent his entire career fighting for Greensboro families.

Experience That Delivers Results

With a Doctorate from High Point University and MPA from UNC Greensboro, Akir combines academic excellence with real-world impact. As founder of Akir Khan Consulting, VP of Strategy at Jet It, and Chief of Staff at J&A Solutions, he's tackled our toughest challenges—from expanding fiber internet to underserved neighborhoods to creating jobs that actually pay.

Community Leadership You Can Trust

Akir doesn't just work for our community—he's part of it. For over a decade, he's been in our neighborhoods, building bridges between diverse communities, advocating for families, and getting things done. Not from City Hall, but from the ground up.

A Bold Vision for Every Family

The Plan

• Transparent government that works for you

• Safe neighborhoods where children can play

• Real economic opportunity—not empty promises

• Progress that leaves no one behind

Akir's promise to Greensboro: We rise together.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

PROGRESS TOGETHER

| Economic Opportunity & Digital Inclusion

  • As Chief of Staff at J&A Solutions, Dr. Khan is leading efforts to expand vital fiber internet access to nearly 133,000 residents in Guilford County. This work directly addresses the digital divide, creating essential pathways to equity, enhanced education, and new entrepreneurial opportunities within underserved communities.

  • Dedicated to empowering the next generation, Dr. Khan serves as a mentor for students at Guilford Technical Community College. His experience as a former Student Success Coach at High Point University and an Adjunct Professor underscores his commitment to equipping individuals with essential skills for lifelong success and a thriving career.

| Community Health & Well-being

  • As Chair of the Out of the Garden Project, Dr. Khan oversees a leading independent nonprofit that provides over 1.7 million pounds of nutritious food annually. His leadership ensures that over 190,000 individuals receive fresh, healthy meals, directly combating food insecurity for families in need across the Piedmont Triad.

  • Actively involved with the Faith Leaders Council and the Greensboro Police Department Faith Leaders Council, Dr. Khan is committed to strengthening public trust. He works collaboratively to enhance neighborhood safety by fostering greater relationships, communication, and accountability between law enforcement and residents.

| Collaborative Leadership & Unity

  • Dr. Khan has a strong track record of building bridges across diverse groups. As former chairman of the Piedmont Interfaith Council and co-chair of the Interfaith Study Mission to the Middle East, he has actively fostered understanding, cooperation, and unity within and between Greensboro's various communities.

  • Dr. Khan's impactful contributions to the region have been widely recognized. He is a recipient of the Triad Business Journal's prestigious 40 Leaders Under Forty award (2014) and was honored with the Community Foundation Game Changer Award in 2016, highlighting his effective and transformative leadership.