Lori Harris is a renowned leadership coach, business strategist, and human resources expert with a passion for maximizing excellence and organizational success. She is the Co-Founder and Partner of Harris Whitesell Consulting LLC (HWC), a certified SBA women-owned global HR and talent management consulting firm...
…Recently, HWC launched RYW Ventures LLC, a subsidiary company dedicated to the development of Remarkable Young Women©, empowering future female leaders.
Lori is dedicated to helping leaders, teams, and organizations reach their full potential through science-based, results-driven human resource strategies. Her expertise includes:
• Executive Coaching & Leadership Development
• Organizational Effectiveness & Talent Management
• Business Strategy & Growth Consulting
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Programs
Her guiding principles—trust, humility, integrity, and results—shape her approach, ensuring businesses thrive in today’s competitive landscape.
Lori’s leadership has earned her prestigious honors, including:
• Enterprising Women of the Year Award
• 100 Women to KNOW in America
• KNOW Women 40 Over 40
• Forbes Coaches Network Recognition
• New York Times President’s Award
• Edison International Leadership Award
• Athena Leadership Award
• Women in Business Leadership Award
Beyond her corporate success, Lori is deeply involved in mentoring and leadership development:
• Advisory Board Member, Enterprising Women Foundation
• Young Enterprising Women Mentor Program
• Leadership Transition Coach, The Honor Foundation (US Special Operations Forces)
• University of North Carolina Wilmington Executive Network Mentor
• Innovation Women™ Speaker’s Bureau Member
• Maximize Excellence!© Podcast Host
Lori is also an award-winning photographer, a devoted wife and mother, and an advocate for women’s leadership and professional growth.
Her career exemplifies the power of leadership, mentorship, and purpose-driven success, inspiring individuals and organizations to thrive.
E: lori.harris@harriswhitesellconsulting.com
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