Harold E. Harris Jr. is an IT healthcare leader, mentor, philanthropist, and fitness enthusiast, dedicated to innovation, community service, and personal growth.

In the ever-changing world of information technology and healthcare, leadership will shape the future of service delivery. Harold E. Harris Jr., a best-selling author and IT healthcare executive exemplifies the kind of transformative leadership that inspires innovation, enhances operational efficiency, and uplifts communities. Harold has been a proven servant of the industry with over thirty-six years of experience in various technical disciplines, thereby setting an exemplary benchmark in the field of service delivery and end-user computing management. The journey, on professional levels, has been one that epitomizes both his technical mastery and his continuous dedication towards mentoring, community services, and self-empowerment.

Education as the foundation for excellence

Harold started on the base of a good education. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in public administration and political science from James Madison University in 1988. He then pursued his master’s degree in information systems and IT management from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2010, as he recognized the increasing role of technology in shaping industries. Harold is also a multiple professional certification holder, including Prosci Change Management Practitioner (CCMP), Six Sigma Green Belt, and ITIL. These qualifications attest to his capabilities for process optimization, change management, and strategic implementation, which make him a highly appreciated leader in the IT health sector.

Strategic Leadership in IT Health Transformation

From these steps, Harold proved to have inborn skills driving technological advancements in the healthcare industries, thus keeping at the forefront, modernizing those industries. Delivery expertise and computational user management have allowed him to add value to increased levels of operational efficiency coupled with better quality patient care delivery. Harold has utilized his deep knowledge of IT infrastructure and emerging technologies to enable organizations to optimize their processes, strengthen their security measures, and ensure resource utilization. With a strategic approach to digital transformation, he has not only streamlined workflow but also made industry standards even higher, more robust, and adaptive to ever-changing challenges that face healthcare systems.

Beyond his technical ability, Harold’s leadership is distinguished by an absolute commitment to the satisfaction of the customer and the development of the workforce. His ability to foster a culture of continuous innovation ensures that both employees and stakeholders remain engaged and forward-thinking. He has therefore created environments where such breakthrough solutions thrive. This dedication to excellence has made Harold widely recognized across the industry, cementing his reputation as a visionary leader whose influence is shaping the future of healthcare technology.

Change Champion and Mentor

The impact that Harold makes goes way beyond the corporate field. As a living kidney donor in 2019, he has accepted the spirit of giving in his personal and professional life. Through his altruism, he has inspired many individuals to take proactive steps in making a difference in their communities. Harold is passionate about mentoring young professionals and guiding them through the intricacies of career development, leadership, and personal growth. He regularly engages in motivational speaking and lectures across the country, teaching people about resilience, professional success, and the need to learn throughout life.

In addition, Harold is also an active member of the board of directors of VA Voice. Based in Richmond, Virginia, VA Voice is a not-for-profit organization that helps vision- and hearing-impaired individuals from different backgrounds acquire information by broadcasting programs reading and performing it for those who are either unable to see or hear it. His involvement with VA Voice reflects his unwavering commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their abilities, have equal opportunities to engage with the world around them.

A Lifelong Connection to Leadership and Service

He takes his leadership skills and service yet further through serving as a life-long member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity was founded to aim at the fulfillment of aims to contribute to community and scholarship and upholding excellence and achievements among African Americans who are male citizens, Harold furthered the individual’s power initiative, strengthening individual communities, opening opportunities for such underrepresented sectors.

His professional memberships include the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), and the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). These memberships demonstrate his commitment to being on the cutting edge of industry trends and best practices, ensuring that he remains a driving force in the IT healthcare landscape.

A Life of Adventure, Fitness, and Family

Outside of his work and philanthropic pursuits, Harold is living the good life through adventure, fitness, and family. He travels often with his “ridiculously gorgeous” wife, Cynthia, to take cruises or fly off to destinations unknown. He believes that their desire to explore the world has helped to broaden their perspectives, deepening their appreciation for diversity and connectivity across the globe.

Harold is also an avid fitness enthusiast who embraces an active lifestyle. His dedication to the healthy Legacy of a Visionary Leader

The Harold E. Harris Jr. story of tenacity, leadership, and service selflessly exemplifies a true leader who transforms his world in positive ways. It covers all contributions toward IT in health care and leadership in mentoring for generations of future leaders, elevating communities around the globe, while showing an individual how to win on every dimension – professionally.

And the world will forever be changed as Harold continues to challenge the boundaries of innovation, leadership, and social responsibility. Be it through professional achievements, philanthropic initiatives, or personal pursuits, he remains a beacon of excellence proving that with passion, dedication, and a heart for service, one can truly make a difference.