Work That Tells
a Story
a COLLECTION of Projects,
Solutions, and Creative WINS
This portfolio brings together examples from our career which spans business consulting, technology, operations, marketing, events, and creative design. Each piece represents the work, collaboration, and impact behind our journey and successful project.
These examples showcase the strategies built, the systems improved, and the experiences created. These are the projects, research and stories that best reflect our approach to solving problems with clarity, empathy, and a little creativity.
Projects: Every project is built with collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to progress. These examples reflect that journey and our dedication to success.
Thought Pieces: These opinion pieces offer a closer look at Jillian’s creative process and brainstorming technique via open letters and blog posts.
White Papers: These white papers highlight the ideas, frameworks, and lessons that shape our approach to consulting and executive work.
Meet the Principal: “Behind the scenes” notes, information, credentials and work experience that go into making Jillian who she is.
PROJECTS
This is Us
These examples highlight the business challenges we’ve helped solve, the systems we’ve built, and the measurable results delivered that demonstrate our ability to connect people, process, and technology.
- Operations: process or policy focused projects, event planning, marketing
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Technology: equipment or infastructure focused projects, software implementations, conversions and upgrades
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Creative: video clips, artwork, graphic design and layout, websites
- Personal: “behind the scenes” notes, craft projects, volunteer opportunities, hobbies
RESEARCH AND PRACTICAL GUIDANCE
IT strategy, operational improvement, change management, collaboration, and modern leadership.
Explore curated insights and research on strategy, operations, leadership, and technology. These white papers break down complex concepts into clear, actionable insights that organizations can use to adapt, grow, and navigate change with confidence. Each white paper reflects the way we approach problem-solving: grounded in experience, informed by data, and centered on people.
Successful tips for using everyday AI in your company
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that more and more businesses are integrating into their daily processes.
Unseeable Threats
Why Hidden AI Prompt Injection Marks a Turning Point in Cybersecurity
Thoughts in Motion
notes from the JOURNEY!
This blog is where I explore the moments behind the projects. The ideas, challenges, and conversations that shape the way I lead and work. From strategy and technology to creativity and people-first leadership, these pieces reflect the thinking that guides my approach and the lessons learned along the way.
A space for honest reflections, curiosity, and the stories that don’t always make it into a résumé. They are designed to spark conversation, support decision-making, and inspire meaningful progress. Here I share what I’m learning, noticing, building, and questioning as I move through consulting, leadership, and life.
Known for quickly seeing the big picture, aligning teams around shared goals, and turning complex data into actionable strategies, Jillian has 25+ years leading growth, performance management, and operational transformation. See her complete credentials are learn more details by clicking the link below.
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Charlotte, North Carolina
hello@emptech.net
(980) 250-5021
About Us
Empress Consulting is led by Jillian Dato Hamady, a strategic executive with over 25 years of experience in business, operations, and technology consulting. We help organizations simplify complexity, strengthen leadership, and evolve through smart, people-focused solutions. Together, we turn insight into action and ideas into measurable success.
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