Empowering People Elevating Business
At Rise People Consulting, we specialize in transforming organizations by optimizing their most valuable asset—their people. Our tailored solutions drive business success by enhancing leadership capabilities, fostering strategic partnerships, and implementing operational excellence.
Rise People Consulting
At Rise People Consulting, we envision a world where organizations thrive because their people do. Grounded in empathy and fueled by purpose, we partner with businesses to unlock the full potential of their teams—empowering individuals to grow, contribute, and lead with confidence.
Our vision is to redefine what it means to lead with heart and strategy—where every decision is people-centered, every culture is inclusive, and every success is shared. By aligning people practices with business goals, we aim to elevate workplaces into vibrant, resilient communities that deliver meaningful impact for the future.
Our Expertise
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Talent & Employee Life Cycle
From attracting top talent to seamless offboarding, we design strategies that enhance employee experience and retention.
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Change Management
Guiding organizations through transitions with structured frameworks that ensure smooth adaptation and long-term success.
Systems Implementation
Optimizing HR technology and processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Strategic Partnerships
We align people strategies with business goals, ensuring collaboration and synergy across all levels of the organization.
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Performance Management
Designing and implementing systems that drive accountability, motivation, and continuous improvement.
Executive Coaching & Leadership Development
Empowering leaders with the skills, mindset, and strategies to drive performance, engagement, and business growth.
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Learning & Development
Building customized training programs that foster skill development and career growth.
Operational Excellence
Designing and implementing systems that drive accountability, motivation, and continuous improvement.
At Rise People Consulting, we don’t just solve problems—we create opportunities for sustainable growth. Let’s work together to elevate your business and empower your people.
Top 7 Reasons Why To Bring In A Consultant
1. It’s Not Just Hiring and Firing
Many people assume HR consultants only help with recruitment or layoffs. In reality, HR consulting spans leadership coaching, culture building, organizational design, compliance strategy, compensation planning, and much more.
2. Every Company Thinks They’re the Exception
HR consultants often walk into organizations believing their problems are “unique.” While every culture is different, patterns around misalignment, communication gaps, or lack of systems are surprisingly universal—and fixable.
3. It’s About Strategy, Not Just Support
True HR consulting isn’t just transactional help. It’s about shaping how an organization operates and grows—aligning people practices with business goals to drive measurable impact.
4. It’s Often About Unblocking Leaders
A huge part of HR consulting involves coaching executives and managers through tough decisions, blind spots, or people dynamics. Great consultants help leaders become more effective—not just more compliant.
5. Culture Can Be Designed—Not Just Inherited
HR consultants help architect cultures intentionally. Through values alignment, rituals, communication practices, and systems, culture becomes something you build, not something you hope happens organically.
6. HR is a Lens Into the Health of the Business
From turnover trends to engagement to organizational structure, HR consultants often detect deeper business issues first. They see the undercurrents others miss—because people reveal what’s really going on.
7. Most Companies Wait Too Long to Bring One In
By the time many organizations bring in an HR consultant, the issues are already baked in. The earlier the partnership begins—especially during growth or change—the more strategic (and less reactive) the impact.
Thoughtful Transitions Offfering
At Rise People Consulting, we believe that how you support people during times of transition speaks volumes about your culture.
We offer three intentional ways to partner with organizations navigating change:
Organizational Strategy & Execution
Whether you're planning workforce shifts or restructuring, Rise can guide your exit strategies and internal processes with empathy and professionalism.
Group Coaching Programs
Support larger teams with tailored group coaching designed to build confidence, provide clarity, and foster momentum during uncertain times.
Individual Transition Coaching
From resume refinement to interview preparation and career coaching, we offer personalized support to help individuals rise to their next opportunity.
Thoughtful transitions matter—for those exiting, those remaining, and your brand as an employer. Let's navigate them together.
About Hilary Herndon, SHRM‑CP
Founder & Managing Director, Rise People Consulting
I’m Hilary Herndon, a dedicated and passionate HR & People Operations partner who champions purpose‑driven organizations and flourishing team cultures. With over 25 years of experience spanning life sciences, biotech, fitness, education, and more, I’ve built a deep understanding of how people strategy impacts business strategy—every time.
I have led talent operations, onboarding strategies, culture-building programs, and change initiatives during a period of rapid growth and organizational transformation. I grew teams from single contributors to high-performance units, prioritized authenticity in employee experiences, and helped guide leaders through complex transitions with empathy and pragmatism.
At Rise People Consulting, I combine strategic leadership with a hands‑on, human‑centered approach. I support organizations in:
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Designing and rolling out structured HR operations, calibration and performance frameworks, and tailored policy playbooks
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Leading full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and retention with inclusive, equitable practices
Facilitating culture transitions, leadership coaching, and change management across distributed teams
I’m recognized for building trust-driven relationships rooted in open communication and accountability—equally invested in empowering individuals and advancing business results.
Let’s work together to raise the standard of people programs and build resilient, engaged teams from the ground up.
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