Get to Know Our Chief Workplace Strategist:

Kirsten Harwood

SHRM-SCP, PMP

My path to founding goStrativa has been shaped by a diverse career spanning multiple business functions. With over 30 years of experience across business development, strategic project management, and organizational leadership, I've developed a heartfelt understanding of what truly enables organizations to flourish at their fullest potential.

What sets my approach apart is a genuine passion for operating at the intersection of trust, people, and process. I've built departments from scratch, nurtured major client relationships through challenging transitions, and led transformations that revealed the profound impact dignity has on business performance. This journey has given me a unique perspective—witnessing firsthand how psychological safety and operational excellence create an environment where both human potential and business results can reach extraordinary heights.

I'm deeply committed to helping organizations:

🔹 Bridge the gap between strategy and execution through dignity-centered practices that honor everyone's contributions
🔹 Create environments where employees feel valued enough to speak their truth without fear
🔹 Design thoughtful processes that respect people's humanity throughout their entire journey
🔹 Build compassionate leadership capacity that sustains meaningful cultural transformation

Beyond work, my life is anchored in faith, family, and friends who bring meaning and joy to everything I do. I find balance and renewal through outdoor adventures like tent camping and hiking, creative pursuits including handcrafting gifts for loved ones, and serving my community at Traders Point. These experiences continually deepen my conviction that dignity isn't just a business principle—it's the foundation for how we thrive together in every aspect of life.

I'd love to connect and explore how we might transform your organization together.

What People Are Saying

  • Jeffrey Coonse, Subsurface Construction Company, LLC

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    Kirsten established our HR function from the ground up. She led recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and offboarding—bringing structure, consistency, and professionalism to every stage of the employee experience.

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  • Dr. Anna Stumpf, Founder, CollectiveEnergy

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    As a leadership coach, I value practitioners who can connect human experience to business outcomes. What sets Kirsten apart is her ability to align dignity-centered practices with organizational strategy and management priorities. She doesn't just care about people, she understands how to embed that care into systems that drive performance. Her work brings depth, clarity, and lasting impact.


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Ready to Explore How We Can Transform Your Organization?

I believe the best conversations start with genuine connection. Schedule a 30-minute discovery call where we can discuss your unique challenges and explore if goStrativa's approach might be the right fit for your organization. No pressure, no sales pitch—just an authentic conversation about the possibilities for creating a workplace where both your people and business can thrive.

“Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” ~ Stephen Covey