Frances Harris

I bring over a decade of experience translating complex systems, data, and mission priorities into clear, strategic communications and alignment across diverse environments. 

My career spans leadership roles in the:

• Department of Defense, Federal Government
• Private Sector Corporations & Business Development Strategy
• Marketing, Branding & Communications Strategy 
• Training, Curriculum Development and instructional Design
• Legal Strategy, Digital Evidence Interpretation & Trial/Jury-Focused Narrative Design
• Project & Program Management
• Education Institutions
• Global & Local Non-Profit Leadershipp
  
  
   

egal strategy, training and instructional development, and enterprise communications — all centered on helping teams understand the “why,” move in the same direction, and execute with confidence. I lead with clarity, collaboration, and a deep commitment to meaningful, people-focused impact.

Over the past 10+ years, I’ve led programs, cross-functional efforts and  mission-driven teams across public and private sectors. 

My work centers on distilling complex systems and priorities into clear direction, purposeful communication, and cohesive execution. 

As a people-first leader, I’ve shared sustained success with every team I’ve led and worked alongside by cultivating trust, strengthening collaboration. 

My greatest passion is championing the individuals I lead—further developing their strengths, expanding their confidence, and supporting them as they step into greater ownership, contribution, and leadership.

University of Mississippi 
Master's Degree: Curriculum Development & Instructional Design
2013 - 2014

University of Mississippi 
Bachelor's Degree: Education (Minors in English & History) 
2009 - 2013