Corporate social responsibility

Companies that want to have a deeper and more sustainable impact in the communities where they  conduct business can level up by increasing efforts in  Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).  Konesens Development furthers equity by supporting domestic and global businesses that want to have a greater impact beyond trade or occasional donations.  

Services include: 

• CSR Strategy Development
• Global Service Engagement for Employees
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training
• Philanthropy
• Knowledge Sharing
• Impact Partnerships

Dr. Harriet Lewis is a civil society expert with significant experience facilitating change that resulted in greater inclusion and equity.  She has worked in the research, and community and economic development spaces for over 25 years conducting business and tourism research studies, and leading organizations that served women, refugees, youth, and small business owners, including an international volunteer association and a chamber of commerce. Most importantly, she has led teams through staffing transitions and client opportunities that resulted in greater inclusion, stronger teams, and increased access to services for marginalized people.  Dr. Lewis coaches CEOs and HR Managers who desire support and best practices for furthering inclusion and equity in their organizations.

Dr. Lewis has an academic background in communications, public administration, philanthropy, and social policy and planning. She is a member of the Chicago International Trade Commissioners' Association, the Africa Tourism Association, and the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM); is the United Nations Representative for the Nigerian NGO, New Era Educational and Charitable Support Foundation; and also serves as the Honorary Consul for the Republic of Cabo Verde to the State of Illinois.