Founder & CEO of Purple Sheep Consulting; Research Administration Strategist; Higher Education Leadership & Compliance Expert
Dr. Rashonda Harris Biography
Dr. Rashonda Harris is a nationally recognized speaker, consultant and educator who is the founder and CEO of Purple Sheep Consulting. With more than 27 years in research administration, compliance, leadership and institutional strategy, Dr. Harris is known for blending operational expertise with powerful storytelling centered on visibility, mentorship, resilience and organizational transformation.
Dr. Harris has presented for NCURA, SRAI, MAGI, CARA, ACUA and AERA as well as universities and national leadership conferences across the country. She is the creator of Purple Sheep CPE, the author of the "Purple Harvest" trilogy, and the host of the podcast Purple Sheep Diaries.
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Dr. Rashonda Harris Speaking Topics
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The Invisible Purple Sheep: Leadership, Visibility & the Power of Being Unforgettable
In many organizations, the people doing the most transformational work are often the least visible. This keynote explores what happens when talented professionals, especially women and underrepresented leaders, are expected to carry systems without recognition, authority, or support. Through powerful storytelling, leadership insight, and practical reflection, Dr. Rashonda Harris challenges audiences to rethink visibility, influence, and authenticity in leadership.
This session helps leaders recognize hidden labor, build cultures of accountability and inclusion, and lead without shrinking themselves to fit traditional expectations. Audiences leave empowered to own their voice, lead with purpose, and transform invisibility into impact.
Attendee Results:
- Learn how invisible labor impacts leadership and organizational culture
- Recognize the connection between visibility and advancement
- Develop strategies for authentic leadership and influence
- Explore how resilience and purpose drive long-term impact
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AI, Governance & Operational Risk: Preparing Institutions for the Future
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing higher education, clinical research, compliance, and institutional operations. But innovation without governance creates risk. In this timely and practical session, Dr. Rashonda Harris explores how institutions can responsibly integrate AI while maintaining compliance, accountability, operational integrity, and audit readiness.
This session examines real-world governance gaps, ethical concerns, policy development, role clarity, and emerging risks facing institutions navigating technological transformation. Audiences gain actionable strategies to strengthen oversight while embracing innovation responsibly.
Attendee Results:
- Understand emerging governance and compliance risks related to AI
- Identify operational gaps that increase institutional vulnerability
- Learn practical strategies for AI oversight and accountability
- Explore how institutions can remain innovative while audit-ready
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Dr. Rashonda Harris is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Invisible Purple Sheep: Leadership, Visibility & the Power of Being Unforgettable, AI, Governance & Operational Risk: Preparing Institutions for the Future, Mentorship to Sponsorship: Building Leadership Pipelines That Last, Compliance Gaps Aren’t Accidental: Strengthening Accountability & Institutional Culture and Leading Authentically in a World That Rewards Sameness. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Rashonda Harris for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Dr. Rashonda Harris generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Netta Jenkins, Lydia Barron, Julie Kratz, Tara Furiani and Morag Barrett. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Rashonda Harris for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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