Fort Worth, TX – February 9, 2025 (USANews.com) -Corrie Harris, a seasoned nonprofit executive and entrepreneur, has officially launched RiseX Strategies, LLC, a consulting firm dedicated to guiding mission-driven organizations through critical transitions. With a deep expertise in transformational leadership, strategic operations, and organizational renewal, Harris brings a solutions-focused approach to help organizations stabilize, rebuild, and emerge stronger.
Harris, who has spent years leading high-impact organizations, founded RiseX Strategies to address a crucial need for leadership and change management in the nonprofit and mission-driven sectors. Through interim leadership, customized strategic planning, and operational guidance, her firm equips organizations with the tools necessary for sustainable success.
"Every challenge presents an opportunity for growth," said Corrie Harris, Founder and Managing Director of RiseX Strategies, LLC. "RiseX Strategies is about equipping organizations with the tools and strategies they need to emerge stronger, more resilient, and positioned for long-term success."
Harris' impressive career includes leadership roles in major organizations. She most recently served as the Executive Director of the American Heart Association’s Tarrant County market, where she spearheaded record-breaking revenue growth and expanded community impact. Her work has consistently focused on strategic innovation, ensuring that organizations do more than just survive change—they thrive in it.
Her career also includes a pivotal role at Southern Methodist University’s Hunt Institute for Engineering & Humanity, where she co-founded the Global Development Lab. In this capacity, she facilitated projects that reached social enterprises across five continents, driving innovation and sustainability in global development.
Harris' international leadership experience extends to her tenure as Executive Director of Villa Familiar Nicaragua, an orphanage serving children in crisis. There, she developed and implemented sustainable development strategies that transformed the organization’s model. Her work earned top recognition from Nicaragua’s Department of Mi Familia, highlighting her expertise in operational renewal and sustainable impact.
Harris’ educational background underscores her commitment to strategic leadership and innovation. She holds an MBA in Strategy and Entrepreneurship from SMU’s Cox School of Business, a Master of Arts in Sustainability and Development from SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering, and an Honors Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Texas at Arlington.
With the launch of RiseX Strategies, Harris aims to provide forward-thinking solutions tailored to organizations facing pivotal transitions. Whether an organization is experiencing leadership turnover, operational restructuring, or strategic realignment, RiseX Strategies delivers expert interim leadership, change management consulting, and long-term sustainability planning to ensure organizations remain mission-focused and resilient.
Harris’ approach is rooted in strategic problem-solving, innovative thinking, and a deep understanding of nonprofit and mission-driven operations. Her track record of success in organizational leadership positions her as a trusted advisor for executives, boards, and stakeholders navigating times of change.
Based in Fort Worth, TX, RiseX Strategies is already making an impact by working with organizations that require tailored solutions to complex challenges. The firm’s focus on innovation, sustainability, and resilience makes it a vital resource for nonprofit and mission-driven entities striving to maximize their impact.
For more information on RiseX Strategies, LLC, visit www.risexstrategies.com or contact Corrie Harris at [email protected].