Advocate Networks Names Derrick Harris Chief People Officer
Veteran Human Resources Executive to Continue Growth at Global Communications and Data Center Consulting Firm
ATLANTA, Nov. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Advocate Networks, an Atlanta-based management consulting company focused on transforming enterprises' communications, data center, and contact center challenges into a strategic advantage, today announced the appointment of Derrick Harris to the position of Chief People Officer.
Since its founding in 2001, Advocate Networks has experienced continuous growth in its consulting and telecommunications managed service businesses in response to growth in global communications and increased complexity of data center solutions.
"As we continue to see increased demand for our services and expertise, we acknowledged the need to invest in this new position to help organize and execute our growth plan over the next three years," said Scott Fogle, co-president of Advocate Networks. "Derrick brings over 20 years of experience in talent management, organizational development, and consulting. This expertise will help us continue to grow the company while focusing on talent acquisition and further development of the outstanding team we have in place today," he added.
Prior to joining Advocate Networks, Harris was a Senior Consultant with Deloitte Consulting, focused on the delivery of HR consulting services. He has also held positions at Hewitt Associates, NorthgateArinso, Towers Perrin, J.P. Morgan Bank, and The Coca Cola Company.
Harris holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Emory University's Goizueta Business School and earned his undergraduate degree in Economics from Columbia University in New York City.
About Advocate Networks
Advocate Networks, an Inc. 5000 management consulting company, is focused on strategy and planning for global communications, mobility, data centers, contact centers, and telecom managed services. Since its founding in 2001, privately-held Advocate Networks has delivered tangible results through industry expertise and knowledge for over 400 enterprise clients. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Advocate Networks also has an office in Charleston, SC. For additional information, visit www.advocatenetworks.com.
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