About Us

At The HR DOC Consulting, we empower individuals and organizations with practical, customized solutions designed to help them thrive in the business world. Our personalized approach ensures that each client receives the support they need to achieve their goals and succeed in a competitive environment.

Our Values

We are deeply committed to what we do, bringing enthusiasm and dedication to every aspect of our work.
We maintain an open mind, listen attentively, and approach our interactions with empathy and understanding.
We uphold the highest standards of integrity in everything we do.
We believe in transparent and truthful communication in all our dealings.
We cherish and nurture each relationship we build.
We recognize that people are the true assets of any organization. Our focus is always on supporting and empowering individuals. description

WHO WE ARE

"Let's chat! Email me.”

Dr. Akilah A. Bradford “The HR DOC” CEO/Founder

Dr. Akilah A. Bradford has over 20 years of experience in the field of Human Resources, having worked across various industries including Education, Hospitality, Publishing, Fitness, and City Government. Additionally, she has been a higher education instructor for more than 15 years.

Known as "The HR DOC" for her diagnostic approach to HR challenges, Dr. Bradford excels in identifying and resolving complex HR issues with precision and care. Her expertise ensures that organizations are equipped with the best practices to thrive.

As a skilled career coach and resume writer, Dr. Bradford has successfully helped over 70 individuals advance their careers through personalized coaching and expertly crafted resumes. She is also a seasoned facilitator of workshops on Resume Writing and Mastering the Interview, as well as corporate training sessions on Inclusion and Understanding, Conflict Resolution, and Effective Management Techniques.

Dr. Bradford believes in the transformative power of energy in the workplace. She understands that positive energy is crucial for cultivating a committed and productive workforce. Her role in Human Resources allows her to make a significant impact on the overall well-being and productivity of organizations.

Dr. Bradford holds a PhD in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University, where her research focused on organizational commitment and employee retention. She also earned an MBA and a Master of Science in Human Resources Management from National-Louis University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Illinois, Chicago.

A proud resident of the South Side of Chicago, Dr. Bradford enjoys teaching indoor cycling classes, coaching women in fitness, traveling, and attending concerts.

Get in touch with me

Alicia Bennett - Managing Director, Marketing & Client Services

Alicia Bennett’s career has focused on the customer and ensuring the customer experience always exceeds their expectations. She has nearly 15 years of experience in client engagement and customer growth strategy development. Working in education, travel, retail, and hospitality has strengthened Alicia’s belief in the power of connections. She understands that having an empathetic approach to engaging people can allow for healthy relationships to flourish within organizations.

She has spent many years in the Midwest and now the East Coast providing support to corporate clients including project management, team development, organizational development, and marketing initiatives.

Community is important to Alicia. She developed deep roots into the community by implementing a comprehensive donation program that partnered with local schools and organizations to provide kids with more hands-on educational opportunities. She developed and maintained strong relationships within her community which allowed her leadership in customer relations and community outreach to shine.

Alicia Bennett studied Organizational Communication and Public Relations at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio and obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree. Her research studies focused on organizational relationships, internal communication, and community outreach. Resident of the North side of Chicago, Alicia loves the outdoors playing tennis, volleyball, being on the water, crafting fun new cooking recipes, hosting events, and traveling.

Client Reviews

Dr. Bradford and the HR-Doc team brought the professional wisdom and practical skills to help us make necessary organizational changes with as much fairness, transparency, and justice as possible. I would strongly recommend HR-Doc to any organization

Dr. Molly Pachan - Former Director of Sankofa Psychological Services
Seamless experience from beginning to end with HR support and consulting for my business.

Camesha L. Jones, LCSW Founder & Executive Director of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness
I reached out to The HR Doc to revamp my resume before applying for graduate school, and Akilah did not disappoint! My resume is much more streamlined, and provides employers and graduate school programs a very clear view of the pathway I've taken in my career. Looking forward to continued work with The HR Doc as I develop professionally.

Nayesha Pruitt, LPC, MFA - Co-Founder - Project Restore Initiative
Akilah is absolutely wonderful to work with! She is easy to talk to, EXTREMELY knowledgeable, and responsive and professional. Akilah has helped my practice navigate many HR challenges with ease. I highly recommend working with her.

Elizabeth Burke - Owner of Empowered Therapy, Inc.
Akilah does an incredible job. She is very detailed, her approach is clear and she is great at making the employees feel comfortable that they can reach out with any issues. She is also great with owners, like me. Her response time is quick, and she is able to walk us through easily and comfortably. I ask her a lot of questions and she is always so helpful. I highly recommend the HR DOC!”

Joshua Milliman - Owner - PassionHouse Coffee Roasters
If I am ever in need of the highest level of knowledgeable and professional Human Resources expertise, I absolutely rely on Dr. Akilah Bradford. She has worked with me on many projects, including mentoring new HR professionals and legal compliance. She is up to date, sharp as they come, and so pleasant and kind to all she works with. She is an absolute pleasure to collaborate with and I highly recommend HRDoc for any HR needs you may have. You won’t be disappointed!

Christine Wilsek - HR Director Langham Chicago Hotel
Akilah - I couldn't have gotten this job without you. Thank you so much for all of your help with my resume. I truly appreciate it.

Katherine Sayer - Administrator - Children's Community Programs of Connecticut.
If you are contemplating leaving your "comfortable" job for one more fulfilling, the HR DOC is just who you need to see! She will coach you right through your fear of jumping, eliminate your insecurities, sharpen your skill set and equip you with the confidence you need to do something!! I cannot thank her enough for helping me let others see what I have to offer! She's a professional employee "gift wrapper"! She packaged me in such a way, SEVERAL companies wanted to hire me all at once! I knew I was dope, but she made me realize my dopeness doesn't have a ceiling!! You better get you an HR DOC!!”

Jamese Bell - C-Suite Executive Assistant