"Transforming Organizational Culture Through Leadership Development"
Transforming Leadership, Dismantling Racism
Dr. Rachelle Rogers-Ard is a published author, adjunct professor, organizational development specialist, and former school district educator with over 28 years of experience preparing adults to lead and manage numerous workplace spaces. Rachelle specializes in coaching agency leaders to dismantle racist policies, practices, and procedures that threaten organizational health. To that end, Rachelle designs and facilitates customized leadership and racial bias training utilizing Social-Emotional best practices; as a certified Dare to Lead and The Leadership Challenge trainer, Rachelle’s work showcases the necessity for organizational Core Values to drive employee retention and outcomes. ​
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As Principal Lead for Harvest Consulting, Dr. Rogers-Ard facilitates and supports the implementation of her three frameworks for antiracist organizational transformation. Rachelle challenges systemic racism by first conducting an organizational readiness assessment. Next, Dr. Rogers-Ard interrogates leaders’ skills and will to lead antiracist work using key performance indicators. Finally, Rachelle assesses cultural awareness to determine if antiracist efforts will yield organizational shifts. ​
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In an effort to address our current political climate, Dr. Rogers-Ard offers leadership development for Black women in affinity using a yearly cohort model.
A Trailblazing Keynote Speaker
From the prestigious University of Ottawa Empowered Leaders Network to the groundbreaking Liberated Leadership Cohort, Dr. Rachelle Rogers-Ard ignites audiences with her captivating keynote addresses. Renowned for her thought-provoking insights, Dr. Ard has graced esteemed platforms, including the American Youth Policy Forum, the National Conference on Race & Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)—where she delivered a rare 3-hour seminar—and the Computer-Using Educators (CUE) Annual Conference, leaving a lasting impact on diverse audiences.
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Her collaborative spirit and expertise shine as a co-presenter at conferences, including the Hawaiian International Conference on Education, the International Conference on Educational Leadership & Management in Jamaica, and the International Conference on Educational Leadership. Dr. Ard consistently inspires innovation and fosters antiracist leadership practices in every space she enters.​
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Transforming Minds and Organizations
Book Dr. Ard today and empower your audience with transformative insights that drive positive change. Unlock the potential of your next event with a keynote speaker who leaves a lasting impression.