MEET OUR CEO

Sophia M. Harris, the dynamic CEO of OD Resource Group, LLC (ODRG), has emerged as a transformative force in the federal government contracting arena. With an innovative vision and unwavering commitment to excellence, Harris has propelled ODRG to new heights, providing critical services such as Mission Technology, and Mission Support Services within the Geospatial and Security Cooperation markets. With a background in industrial organizational psychology, Harris has taken human behavior, through the Human Centered Design methodology combined with AI-powered Technology capabilities in the Defense, Federal and Intelligence sectors, which established ODRG as a leader in digital transformation, adoption, and change. The company combines proven capabilities to ensure that new geospatial solutions are not only effective but also widely adopted. ODRG’s robust technical resources empower federal Geospatial customers to embrace Geospatial AI Adoption and develop AI-Powered GeoINT Platforms.

Harris’s relentless pursuit of growth and innovation has significantly expanded ODRG’s capabilities. Her exceptional contributions have been recognized with the 2023 Enterprising Women of the Year Award, celebrating the growing influence of women entrepreneurs globally. Additionally, her selection into the 2024 cohort of the globally- recognized and prestigious Ernst & Young (EY) Entrepreneurs Access Network (EAN) highlights her leadership prowess and ODRG’s commitment to innovation and exponential growth. 

Under her guidance, ODRG has achieved remarkable milestones, including a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America for 2023 and a prominent feature on the Nasdaq Billboard in Times Square. These accolades reflect her dedication to excellence and the profound impact of her leadership.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Harris is deeply committed to community engagement and economic development. As a member of The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., she serves as Co-Chair of the Building Your Economic Wealth Committee, exemplifying her commitment to service. Her mentorship efforts, particularly through THE BOW COLLECTIVE™, showcase her passion for empowering black women-owned businesses, for which she is a two-time recipient of the “BOW Knows Growth” award and her passionate advocacy for cancer awareness, has led to actively supporting the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society in its mission to eradicate blood cancers.

Growing up as the eldest of six in a low-income New York Community, she understood the significance of dreaming big; planning and executing. Harris’s entrepreneurial journey began in 2013 when she bravely left a secure corporate position at Accenture Federal Services to pursue her vision. Bootstrapping ODRG, she was fueled by her faith and belief that hard work and determination could lead to success. 

As ODRG celebrates over a decade, Harris is poised for future growth. Her innovative approach ensures that ODRG not only meets the evolving needs of its government customers but also leads in cutting-edge technology solutions in niche markets.

Harris attributes her success to the invaluable support of individual mentors and organizations like The BOW Collective and Ernst & Young, which have provided essential resources and networks for minority-owned businesses. She emphasizes the importance of perseverance, faith, and intentional action in overcoming barriers as an entrepreneur.

Sophia M. Harris is not just a pioneering business leader, she is a Christian, a beacon of hope and inspiration for future generations; exemplifying how visionary leadership and being “professionally persistent” can drive world changing outcomes for not just this generation, but generations to come.