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Harbor, the leading provider of expert services to law firms, corporations, and their law departments, today announced the appointment of Lisa Ellis-James as President. Ellis-James will report to Chief Executive Officer Matt Sunderman, and lead Harbor’s global practice groups and key enterprise operations teams, including the talent, IT, integration, and administration departments.
Ellis-James was most recently Chief Operating Officer of Ogletree Deakins. Prior to that, she was with Boston Consulting Group for 18 years in roles that included client service and global practice management, as well as firm operations, concluding her time there as a Senior Director leading Global Operational Innovations and as Chief of Staff of its Operations Leadership Team.
“Lisa brings a unique blend of leadership experience in professional services as well as the legal industry, and understands what it takes for organizations to change, innovate, and grow,” said Matt Sunderman, CEO, Harbor. “Her strategic insights and operational savvy will help us strengthen collaboration and integration across Harbor, and I’m thrilled to have her on board.”
“As a former client, I was always impressed with the high caliber of talent, the spirit of partnership, and the quality of work delivered by this team. The value proposition we now offer as Harbor is unparalleled, as we advise clients on strategy, implement legal technology, support operations, and provide insights about the rapidly changing legal industry,” said Lisa Ellis-James, President, Harbor. “I am impressed with the world-class talent that Harbor has assembled and energized to be part of this growing team.”
Other organizational updates
Harbor has made other organizational updates this week on its go-to-market team. Kaye Sycamore has moved into a new role of Chief Revenue Officer, while continuing to lead marketing and brand strategy, reporting to Sunderman.
Kevin Clem will continue as Chief Growth Officer, Corporations and Community, while Chris Ryan is elevated to Chief Growth Officer, Law Firms. Together, Clem and Ryan will lead Harbor growth efforts in its two primary markets – corporate law departments, and the law firms that serve them.
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