ABOUT INFLUENCEHR CONSULTING

We are an HR and Organizational Development consulting firm based in the Triad region of

North Carolina, serving clients locally and nationwide.

InfluenceHR typically partners with small and mid-sized organizations

(30–300 employees) to deliver strategic HR solutions that strengthen leadership,

accountability, and people systems, fueling retention and growth.

WHY WORK WITH US?

Experienced perspective
With 30+ years in HR, we bring calm, context, and clarity to complex people challenges.

Practical approach
We focus on solutions leaders can actually apply and provide lots of tools and resources to help.

Unique mix of services and focus
We start with a diagnostic to help you focus on what's most important. In addition, we sit at the intersection of leadership behavior + performance + retention outcomes which is rare, acting as performance-through-people strategists.

Human-centered, business-aware
We care deeply about people while, at the same time, understanding the realities of running an organization.

Fun to work with
We have a sense of humor! No Toby's around here (for the Office fans out there).

OUR PURPOSE

To help individuals meet their God-given potential and help organizations

create workplaces where employees perform, thrive, and stay.

OUR CORE VALUES

Humility:

Put our clients first always

Integrity:

Do the right thing for the right reason, even when no one is watching

Respect:

Treat everyone we come into contact with respect and help clients create cultures of respect and inclusion

Empathy:

Listen without judgment and seek to understand the perspectives of others

This is why you should HIRE us!

LESLIE SPEAS

President

I am a senior-level HR leader with over 30 years of experience — and yes, I’m still sane! Throughout my career, I’ve worked across a variety of industries including financial services, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and nonprofit. I’m passionate about helping people reach their God-given potential and supporting organizations in creating workplaces where employees can truly thrive.

I have a master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology & HR Management. In addition, I hold senior HR designations along with certifications in coaching, the Working Genius, the Enneagram, Mindfulness, Mental Health First Aid, and Talent Management/Succession Planning. I serve as a District Director with the North Carolina Society for Human Resources Management (NC SHRM), providing leadership and guidance to local SHRM chapters.

Outside of my work, I enjoy working out and am a “semi-retired” fitness and yoga instructor. I enjoy writing and am the author of 7 Habits of High-Retention Managers and a contributing writer for Forsyth Magazines.

As the primary consultant at InfluenceHR Consulting, I partner with a network of highly qualified professionals who share my values and commitment to helping clients build strong, healthy workplaces.