what we do
StrategiSphere is an executive business consulting firm dedicated to partnering with C-Suite professionals of small to mid-sized businesses that are committed to making a positive impact on the world. We specialize in breaking through the layers of organizational complexity—including bureaucracy, fragmented data, internal biases, misaligned priorities, and operational inertia—to help craft strategic visions that deliver real, measurable results. Just as the layers of the stratosphere offer different perspectives, StrategiSphere guides businesses through the complexities of strategic planning to elevate their growth and impact.
Mission, vision, values
Mission:
At StrategiSphere, we help small and midsize businesses unlock their full potential by providing expert guidance through strategic planning, ensuring growth and impact in a complex world.
Vision:
To be the trusted and approachable partner for small and midsize businesses, expanding our portfolio with long-standing, repeatable partnerships that drive sustainable growth and positive change.
Values:
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Approachability: We remain open, accessible, and grounded in all client interactions.
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Honesty: We provide clear, transparent advice, ensuring integrity in every decision.
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Trustworthiness: Our clients can rely on us to be dependable and deliver on our promises.
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Empowerment for Good: We use our power and knowledge to foster growth that positively impacts people and communities.
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Collaboration: We believe that the best results come from working hand-in-hand with clients.
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Clarity: We cut through the noise to offer practical, actionable insights.
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Creativity: We provide innovative solutions that fit each client’s unique needs.
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Customer-Centricity: Our clients' success is our highest priority, and we place their needs at the center of all we do.
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Consumer Insight: We pride ourselves on deeply understanding what drives the end consumer, enabling us to craft strategies that truly resonate and deliver results.
about the founder
Carrie L. Harcus, President and CEO of StrategiSphere, brings nearly 30 years of leadership experience in the consumer packaged goods industry. Throughout her career, she has worked with renowned companies such as Campbell Soup, Tropicana, Coca-Cola, Ocean Spray, and most recently, Essity, driving innovation, executing successful turnarounds, and building high-performing teams. Carrie has held senior leadership roles, leading businesses across both B2B and B2C channels, and spearheading new go-to-market strategies.
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Leveraging the expertise and strategic insight gained from her corporate career, Carrie founded StrategiSphere to help small and mid-sized businesses overcome barriers and achieve sustainable growth. Her passion lies in breaking down silos, refining complex data into actionable insights, and building strategies that deliver results. Carrie also serves as an advocate for women's leadership development and is actively involved in community service, including her work as Board President of Barnstone Arts for Kids, Board Member - Secretary of Wolf Performing Arts Center and Executive Advisor to the Pennsylvania Board Chapter of NextUP. She is also an Adjunct Professor at St. Joseph's University in their Food Marketing program.
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Carrie holds an MBA in Marketing from Georgia State University, BA in Communications and Minors in Psychology and Studio Arts from the University of New Hampshire.
