Individual and
Organizational
Consulting
Creative Concepts. Dynamic Development. Strategic Solutions.
Quality Services
Committed to delivering impeccable services for clients
Valuable Ideas
We help you identify goals and outcomes that are results driven
Customized Packages
Custom packages designed to meet your individual or organizational needs
Support
Excellent customer service with an ethic of care
About Us
Synergist Advisory Group was founded from a desire and passion to help individuals and organizations be the best versions of themselves by addressing the issues from a strategic approach while fostering comprehensive leadership and organizational development services.
What makes us different
- We are partners dedicated to learning from our clients in addition to helping them overcome challenges, achieve goals, and excel in their professional aspirations.
- We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and live this through our values as well as work to cultivate a culture of diversity and inclusion with the individuals and organizations we serve.
- We bring strategic frameworks, theory, research and personal experience to provide recommendations that meet the best practical course of action for our clients.
- We believe in the transformative powers of curiosity, creativity, compassion and collaboration to influence solutions and positively impact organization change and individual potential.
Vision
To help individuals and organizations realize their full potential where positive change is made in a global society.
Mission
We are a values driven coaching and consulting firm where we provide individuals with custom plans and strategies that will help them attain their professional goals and to assist organizations with their performance outcomes to attract, cultivate, motivate, and retain extraordinary people.
Guiding Principles
- Commitment to providing quality work and service to our clients
- Collaboration with our clients to provide the desired outcomes
- Community building that provides a positive impact on the society through diversity, equity and inclusion practices
- Connection to our stakeholders by building long-lasting relationships centered on trust
Our Team
Dr. Shauna Harris, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer is a conscientious curator of the details. She has worked at various institutional types and professional service at the state, regional and national level. Her visionary thinking, organizational leadership and problem-solving skills have achieved great results for her teams leading to her desire to take these skills to other individuals and organizations.
Shauna’s professional background includes experience with TRIO programs, housing and residence life, student leadership development, student recruitment and retention, advising, student conduct, care and support and classroom instruction. She has worked at a variety of institutions including the community college, large public research universities and a Historically Black College and University. She is active in the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), having served on various state, regional and national boards and has authored several publications.
Dr. Shauna Harris
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Nicole Gibbs, Co-Founder and Chief Operations Officer, is a strategic thought partner and plays a vital role by assisting clients with accomplishing their goals. A visionary executive with a relentless commitment to student success and DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion), she is a solution-oriented expert in strategic planning, enrollment management, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement.
Nicole has served in several high-impact positions with various universities during her tenure in higher education. Nicole served as Assistant Dean for Admissions and Scholarships at the University of North Texas – Dallas College of Law. in her most recent capacity. Previously, she served as Director of Undergraduate Admissions at North Carolina Central University, where she led the unit responsible for recruitment, marketing, communications, and operations. Nicole also previously served as Vice Provost for Access and Enrollment Services at the University of the Virgin Islands. As Chief Enrollment Officer, her portfolio included responsibility for the Office of Recruitment and Admissions, Office of the Registrar, and Office of Financial Aid.
Dr. Nicole Gibbs
Chief Operations Officer
Catalyst Coaching
Taking advantage of a personal coach as you navigate career transitions can greatly assist in securing new opportunities. A consultant will
Change Management and Transformation
Transformational change is the gold standard of successful organizations. It is critical to assess, review, and hone in on areas of
Leadership Development
Preparing the next generation of leaders is a core passion for Synergist Advisory Group. We espouse the belief that leadership identity
Organizational Development
The goal of Synergist Advisory Group is to partner with organizations through the growth and systemic change process. Our tools will
Strategic Planning
The concept of strategic planning is not new. However, it is nuanced based on core mission, values, and objectives. Synergist Advisory
Sustainability and Optimization
Clients who select Synergist Advisory Group will find great success in financial optimization and forecasting. With changing demographics,
What Our Clients Say
Ronald Carter
Ion V. Outterbridge
Dr. Harris is very instrumental in providing strategic planning to enhance the direction of leadership develop for college and corporate entities. Dr. Harris was the chair of the internal review for the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life. She was able to properly analyze quantitative and qualitative data, led conversation with focus groups, made necessary adjustments towards CAS standards for Fraternity and Sorority Life, finalized the written report and presented to administration for the Carolina Union and Student Affairs
Krystal L. Meares
Dr. Gibbs is a consummate professional. Her diverse experiences in public and private sectors have contributed to a refined approach to connecting, collaborating and consulting with her clients.
Ashleigh Watts
Dr. Gibbs is the epitome of a true professional. She’s outwardly committed to driving excellence; specifically in support of others. I’ve had the pleasure of connecting with her regarding coaching, (of many things), and I've found tremendous value in our engagements. She focuses on the root cause of challenges and helps you define the best path forward based on your goals and objectives. Dr. Gibbs is as authentic as it gets!
Dr. Harris provided me with strategic branding and logo concepts for my property management business. Her concepts and strategies allowed me to reach my target demographic in my niche market.