Intentional
Strategies,
Unprecedented
Results
Certified Women’s-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
Women-Owned Small Business Certification (WOSB)
Our Mission
Specializing in organizational development, the Higgins Business Consulting team comprises seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in senior roles across public and private sectors. Our talent-led approach ensures that we effectively address the complexities of modern challenges by aligning our team's expertise with the specific needs of each project.
Our professionals draw on a wealth of experience and insights to navigate intricate business dilemmas. Leveraging our collective achievements, we are enthusiastic about utilizing our talents to facilitate the success of our clients and partners.
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With HBC’s expertise and guidance, our company is achieving better results and demonstrating improved leadership skills throughout the organization. Their support and engagement have made a material difference in the results for our business and have helped me strengthen my leadership skills.”
President, Civil Construction Company
About Us
Partners Vanessa Higgins, a Certified Financial Planner™ and Julie Higgins manage HBC. Together, they have 11 years of experience as CEO and CFO and are recognized for innovative strategies, achieving financial goals, and developing leadership teams.
Vanessa Higgins
Vanessa, a seasoned CFP with 20+ years of financial and operational management experience, is a trusted partner to organizational leaders. She elevates efficiency and growth through best practices. As a former international non-profit CFO, Vanessa worked with executives and government officials to optimize operations, data collection, and standards. She's also an adept business coach, fostering leadership development, and excels in budgeting, forecasting, cost reduction, working capital improvement, and process enhancement.
Julie Higgins
Julie excels in corporate strategy, execution, and change management, skillfully navigating C-suite transitions and addressing frontline issues. Her remarkable interpersonal skills enable her to connect with staff at all levels, backed by over 30 years of experience in innovative corporate strategies and 12 years as a CEO. Additionally, she is a seasoned negotiator and mediator, adept at resolving conflicts within diverse contexts, from communities to international corporations.
Our organizational development focus revolves around the art of strengthening connections within a team, emphasizing the importance of solidifying relationships among its members. It involves the skillful task of inviting others to join you on a collective journey, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. Central to this process is the recognition that providing opportunities for individual growth is integral to the overall development of the organization. Ultimately, the foundation of successful organizational development lies in building and nurturing trust among team members, creating a resilient and collaborative work environment.
Our Process
Strategic decision-making is at the core of our approach to employee development, as we believe in aligning individual employee goals with strategic organizational objectives. By fostering a clear understanding of how each employee's role contributes to the broader mission and vision of the organization, leaders can ensure that their teams are working towards common goals. This alignment not only enhances employee engagement and motivation but also drives overall organizational performance and success.
Core Competencies
Performance management is a cornerstone of our approach, as we assist companies in establishing robust evaluation systems, setting clear performance expectations, and providing constructive feedback. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, we enable organizations to maximize individual and collective performance, ultimately driving business success.
Direct Services
Program Development and Implementation
Project Management, Process and Organization
Strategic Planning Consultation Services
Management Advisory Services
Financial Review and Analysis
Procurement Analysis
Budgeting, Evaluation and Cost/price Analysis
Public Administration and Finance Services
Administrative Procedure or Services
Start-up Management Services
Professional Development
Organizational Leadership
Coaching for Education Strategies
Corporate Objectives and Policy Development
Management Education and Training Services
Time and Stress Management
Strategic Planning and Prioritization
Team Building: Growth, Business Objectives and Operating Systems
Effective Communications
Educational and Training Services
Early Childhood Development
