RJ Harris & Associates was founded in 2008 on the belief that organizations perform best when workforce strategy, leadership, and culture are aligned to support both people and performance. Through extensive experience partnering with professionals across multiple industries, the firm brings a broad perspective and practical understanding of the diverse priorities and operational realities that shape organizations. Today, RJ Harris & Associates helps organizations strengthen human capital strategy and navigate complex workplace challenges with clarity, integrity, and practical insight.
Integration is central to our approach, we work alongside your team, not outside it. Strategy alone is never enough; meaningful results requireboth thoughtful planning and hands on execution. By partnering closely with leaders to understand strategic priorities, organizational context, and regulatory environments, we take an intentional approach to developing practical solutions that strengthen organizational culture, leadership effectiveness, and governance. At the heart of every successful organization are its people. When individuals feel valued, supported, and clear about expectations, they help create cultures that sustain performance and long-term impact.
Our team includes recognized leaders in human capital strategy, organizational culture, governance, and compliance, with experience spanning nonprofit organizations to global Fortune 100 companies across a range of industries. Frequently called upon to serve on boards of directors, deliver keynote addresses, and advise executive leaders, we bring a distinctive combination of strategic insight and practical expertise, helping organizations translate strategy into meaningful and sustainable results.


Blue Chip Marketing Worldwide
Cozen O’Connor
Fortune Brands
IlliniCare Health
United Conveyor Corporation
ZA Associates
Baker Hughes
Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE)
ComEd
Constellation Energy
Exelon Corporation
Tetra Technologies, Inc.
19th Judicial District Court
City of North Chicago
City of Waukegan
Lake County
Lake County Forest Preserve
Lake County State’s Attorney
Metra
Waukegan Police Department
College of Lake County
University of Wisconsin - Parkside
Waukegan School District
Baxter Credit Union
Consumers Credit Union
Metropolitan Planning Council
WINGS Program
United Way (Lake County)

Challenge
The organization faced leadership alignment challenges, inconsistent expectations across departments, and a need to strengthen workplace culture to support sustained performance.
Approach
RJ Harris & Associates partnered with senior leadership to assess organizational culture, clarify leadership expectations, and implement targeted leadership development and workforce strategies.
Impact
Stronger leadership alignment, improved communication across teams, and clearer expectations supported a more cohesive and accountable organizational culture.

Challenge
Leadership sought to strengthen HR governance practices while ensuring policies, processes, and organizational structures supported evolving regulatory and operational needs.
Approach
A comprehensive review of HR policies, governance structures, and organizational practices was conducted, followed by the development of practical improvements and implementation strategies.
Impact
Enhanced governance framework, improved policy clarity, and stronger leadership confidence in HR systems supporting organizational performance.

Challenge
The institution sought to better align workforce strategy with its strategic goals while strengthening leadership capacity across departments.
Approach
Leadership strategy sessions were facilitated, targeted training programs were developed, and leaders were supported in strengthening performance and accountability practices.
Impact
Clearer alignment around priorities, improved collaboration across departments, and leadership practices that support long-term institutional success.
Leverage our experience across industries, from public sector and nonprofit organizations to energy, healthcare, and manufacturing, to strengthen your organization’s workforce, leadership, and culture.
Whether you are advancing strategic priorities, strengthening leadership capacity, or enhancing organizational effectiveness, RJ Harris & Associates brings practical insight and a collaborative approach to support your goals.

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