Who We Are

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Leadership


 

RALPH L. WILLIAMS

founder & managing PRINCIPAL | MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

Ralph is an Information Technologist and Principal Business Systems Consultant with a broad range of experience overseeing the business integration and transformation of business strategies while providing IT solutions. He has expertise in strategic planning and implementation of technology based solutions has helped firms achieve increases in revenue and profitability. 

Through advisory services, team and project management, risk analysis, and forecasting Ralph has helped companies to meet objectives and exceed goals while implementing complex global HCM initiatives, including Payroll, Manager & Employee Self-Service, Talent, Learning, Compensation, Benefits, and many other HR systems.

He has worked in the HR Service Delivery space for over 30 years, focusing on HR operational solutions, HR Technology, and HR Transformation initiatives. Ralph has been a practitioner, solution provider, thought leader and consultant -- helping clients to achieve better agility and insight by rethinking and redesigning their workforce experience to serve the business and the employee in the best way possible.

Ralph is an advocate of the thought leadership: 'technology is not the solution for bad processes'. Developing the right strategies and the right processes for your organization has to come first. The business can gain efficiency and capacity through enabling technologies.


KATHY H. WILLIAMS, CPA

CFO | MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

Kathy has built a career over more than three decades combining leadership and managerial competency with solid, progressive experience in operations, accounting, finance and financial systems. Starting her professional career at a “Big Four” public accounting firm, Kathy went on to hold senior finance positions with large companies. Major endeavors included an initial public offering of a privately held organization and managing through the merger transition of two publicly traded organizations to form a multi-billion-dollar global organization.   

Kathy most recently served for 15 years as CFO, CAO and CQO at Zoo Atlanta. During this time, Kathy led Zoo Atlanta’s strategic planning effort to define a site strategy for the Zoo. She also served as a key member of a three-person team responsible for developing and implementing plans to partner with local governments to refinance and re-capitalize the Zoo. Through these efforts, Zoo Atlanta emerged as a debt-free institution for the first time since the late 1990’s, raised funding for conservation commitments and made a significant positive impact on future Zoo infrastructure.   

Kathy’s other recent accomplishments at Zoo Atlanta include leadership in the development of the Zoo’s new facility master and strategic business plans as well as efficiency of peak season operations, quality improvements in a variety of operating areas including guest amenities and events, as well as delivery of the largest sustainable energy and water conservation improvement project in Zoo history.   

A CPA and Cum Laude graduate of the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Kathy is also involved in her community, her church, and St. Vincent de Paul Society.

Associates


“bo” cason-atlow

manager of sales, marketing and communications

Bonita “Bo” is a seasoned professional in market demand generation, excelling in driving results for global marketing and sales teams. As Manager of Sales, Marketing, and Communications, she delivers exceptional customer service and fosters strong relationships to boost account growth and satisfaction.

Bo excelled as a marketing demand generation representative at Pitney Bowes, where she successfully converted high-value prospects into over $20 million in closed deals through targeted outreach and follow-up. Her expertise and collaboration with marketing teams has consistently optimized campaign success.

Bo’s strengths in customer service, account management, lead nurturing, and negotiation ensure seamless role adaptation and alignment with organizational goals. In previous roles at Verint and Infor Global Solutions, she managed millions in annual renewals, consistently exceeding performance targets. Her strategic approach and commitment to excellence drive significant impact in her current role.


public relations and communications specialist

Joseph holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communications with a focus in Public Relations from Samford University in Birmingham, AL. He’s focused on improving communications for startups and small businesses.

During internships at Catholic Charities Atlanta and Elle Media Management, Joseph refined social media strategies and created brand guides. He developed his skills in branding, content creation, and strategic communication to enhance organizational visibility.

As an Eagle Scout and active member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, Joseph developed strong team-building and event planning experience and expertise. Proficient in InDesign and Canva, he combines creativity with analytical problem-solving to drive engagement and deliver communication solutions.

Consulting Partners


rob taylor

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE | CHIEF PROCESS ARCHITECT

Rob leverages 20+ years of experience in process reengineering, project management, business analytics — leading various companies, start-up operations and service delivery teams. Prior to Heagney Logan Group, Rob served as Vice President of Solution Delivery for CORL Technologies, overseeing Client Engagement, Project Management, Quality Service Delivery, Software Development and Data Analytics, Audit and Analysis teams to ensure client’s third-party risk strategies were met while reducing risk levels. 

In addition, Rob served as Director of Operations for CORL Technologies’ sister firm, Meditology Services, the #1 Cybersecurity Advisory Services firm ranked in the 2019 and 2020 Best in KLAS Software and Services Report. In this role, Rob oversaw the work of operations, marketing, information technologies, security operations, human resources and training functions.  

Rob holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Tennessee. 


Andrew burtle

Senior Integration Architect | Business technologY

Andrew has experience from a wide range of industries. He’s worked in the technology sector for healthcare, industrial engineering, and financial corporations both domestically and internationally. Starting out as a software developer, Andrew has become a business analyst, solutions architect, product owner, and manager of technology.

Although his focus and specialty is technology, Andrew rarely approaches any problem or discussion tech-first. He is a strong believer in technology solutions following the definition and implementation of proper processes performed by those with proper training. Andrew’s motto for system architecture is “Building a system without a process is like building a highway without a destination. It doesn’t matter how good the road is, it’s never going to get you anywhere.”


pam taylor

Senior BUSINESS CONSULTANT | PROJECT MANAGEment

Pam served in roles in the Big Four, for-profit corporation and non-profit realms. From individual taxation to corporate planning and forecasting to non-profit accounting and leadership positions, Pam’s 30+ year career progression has contributed to a multi-faceted suite of skills and competencies. Pam combines strong analytical and communication skills to bring cross-functional teams together and carries a strong reputation as a trusted leader and advisor.

A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Pam enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors. She enjoys volunteering in her community, supporting the local volunteer fire department with accounting and administrative functions as well as monthly neighborhood beautification and clean-up events.


KEVIN D. JACKSON

Business Systems Consultant | PROGRAM MANAGEment

Kevin has extensive experience working with mergers, acquisitions, turn-around opportunities, startups and large enterprises. Kevin is a skillful Program Manager and Project Executive with over 15 years experience directing and contributing to sophisticated business and technology projects.

Kevin thrives on a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment aligned with high-performing development and delivery teams. He is an accomplished executive with a reputation for delivering results to technology and service-based teams, programs, and companies.

Specialties: Project Management, negotiation, mergers & acquisitions, business analysis, capital planning, strategic planning, and enterprise implementations.


thelma W. shedrick

Business Systems Consultant | ProGram Management

Thelma has extensive experience in Human Resources and Payroll.  More than 25 years in leadership roles within Project Management, Program Management, HRIT, Testing, Strategy and Planning, HRIS and Acquisitions and Mergers. She is a proven leader of HR Payroll implementations within diverse industries, which include consumer products, telecommunications, banking, and the temporary employee service industries.  

Thelma has 25+ years of customer-focused business knowledge in payroll, payroll tax, compensation and customer relations,  always seeking value creation.  

Key areas of accomplishment include: Leadership, Change Management, Project Management, Working Through Influence


marlon s. atlow

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST

Marlon has over 30 years of experience in Human Resources, Finance, Payroll and Benefits within the enterprise software industry. As business partner, advisor, and consultant, Marlon leverages the ability to evaluate, gather business requirements, analyze processes, and implement strategies for business efficiencies and growth.

Marlon has earned a career of extensive project experience in Payroll & Benefits administration, implementations, conversions, testing, mergers, acquisitions, divestures, compliance, audits, HR Information Systems, and Benefit Enrollment Systems.


PETER T. ALBERT

Organizational Change Management | Communications | Training

Peter brings extensive experience as a strategic leader in human capital, having held leadership roles at Big Four consulting firms with a global scope across various sectors.

With a robust background in project management, Peter’s expertise stems from over 21 years of consulting in HR and Organizational Change Management (OCM), delivering impactful outcomes on a global scale across sectors such as Public Services, Energy, Finance, Healthcare, Pharmacy Retail, and Transportation.

Specialties: Relationship-building, leadership, and fostering collaboration. He excels in securing, managing, and motivating stakeholders, ensuring successful engagement and project delivery.


lori ortkiese

Systems Consultant | Project Management

A project manager, equally comfortable leading a group or participating with a team. Extremely proficient in facilitating projects across functional departments from inception through implementation. Talented Quality Assurance tester and manager, including testing strategies, creation of test plans and managing defect resolution. Specialize in working with clients to translate business goals and objectives into project requirements and functional specifications. Excel in all aspects of project management from estimating project plans, prioritizing tasks, assigning resources, coordinating software development and guiding hardware purchases. Strong history of delighting clients with results.

Specialties: Working with clients to translate business goals and objectives into project requirements and functional specifications. Strong history of delighting clients with results. 

Alliance Partners


Creative Design

Madeline Schaeffer Graphic Design is a creative design firm dedicated to helping businesses establish impactful brand identities through custom branding, logo, and website design. They works closely with each client to ensure their brand story is visually compelling and resonates with their audience, tailoring each approach to reflect the business’s unique personality and goals.

 Madeline Schaeffer’s design journey includes working at Brandfuel Ltd in London, where she gained international experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects, sharpening her skills in both environmental and digital design. At Order Swag in Atlanta, Madeline manages content for custom merchandise websites and creating brand assets like marketing materials and digital templates.

Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and other essential design tools, she combines technical proficiency with a personalized approach, making her a trusted partner for businesses looking to elevate their brand presence.


LAURA STANLEY

TALENT & CULTURE DEVELOPMENT | HUMAN CAPITAL STRATEGIES

JRD Consulting brings a wealth of experience in leading human capital strategy, executive coaching, mentoring, onboarding, and developing enabling strategies. Laura Stanley is passionate about driving a great culture with a strong emphasis on talent development and employee engagement. Her expertise spans managing onboarding processes, talent acquisition, and designing and facilitating management and employee development programs. Most recently, Laura has served as Chief People Officer for several recruiting and executive search firms.

Throughout her career, Laura has led the HR function for the Atlanta-based startup EzGov, where she managed talent acquisition, employment branding, and talent development. At EarthLink, she continued to excel in these areas, further honing her skills. Laura also served as the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mitochondrial Medicine, a rare disease non-profit, where she made significant contributions. At Clearwater Consulting, a boutique leadership development consulting firm, Laura designed and facilitated management and employee development programs for tech startups, Fortune 500 companies, law firms, and accounting firms.

In addition to her professional achievements, Laura speaks fluent French, adding a valuable dimension to her diverse skill set.


SOFTWARE engineering consulting firm

Personalized Consulting | We Bring Technology to Your Business

API Integration, AI Services, Web Applications, Process Automation, Mobile Applications, Cloud Architecture, UI/UX, Data Architecture

We build full-scale applications to increase your efficiency and save money.

Let us automate your tedious tasks. Save your money and focus efforts where you most need it.

React ~

AWS ~

HTML5 ~

.NET Core ~

Java ~

Node.js ~

Vue ~

Microsoft Azure ~

Google Cloud ~

Docker ~

Firebase ~

MySQL ~

PostgreSQL ~

Elasticsearch ~

TensorFlow ~

Terraform ~

React ~ AWS ~ HTML5 ~ .NET Core ~ Java ~ Node.js ~ Vue ~ Microsoft Azure ~ Google Cloud ~ Docker ~ Firebase ~ MySQL ~ PostgreSQL ~ Elasticsearch ~ TensorFlow ~ Terraform ~


HR Technology Consulting Services 

Answering the question: what happens after your implementation goes live? An on shore and near shore option to extend your team. Currently focusing on the full suite of SAP SuccessFactors, SAP CPI, and Avature.

What makes us different:

  1. Our model: completely flexible model for support.

  2. Our team: experienced professionals on shore and near shore.

  3. Our approach: we are confident in our experience and expertise.

  4. Our focus on relationships: we value relationships above anything else.

  5. Our involvement: Flat organization. Operating as a partnership.

energy, passion, and results