Eric Harris is a seasoned consultant recognized for his strategic insight in business continuity, succession planning, and executive compensation design. With more than 30 years of experience helping business owners, partners, and executives safeguard their companies’ futures, Eric brings a consultative and solutions-driven approach to every engagement.

His expertise spans several critical areas of financial and organizational resilience:

• Business Continuity & Buy-Sell Agreements: Eric guides business owners in protecting their enterprises from unexpected disruptions. He specializes in structuring key-person insurance to mitigate financial risk in the event of a partner or essential employee’s death, and in implementing buy-sell funding strategies that ensure smooth ownership transitions and business stability.
• Estate Planning & Liquidity Solutions: Understanding the challenges that families and heirs face during transitions, Eric helps clients design strategies that provide immediate liquidity to cover estate taxes and debts—preventing the forced sale of businesses or assets during difficult times.
• Executive Compensation & Retention: Eric develops customized executive bonus (Section 162) plans and incentive programs that serve as effective retention tools, often described as “golden handcuffs.” His work helps business owners attract, reward, and retain top-tier talent while delivering tax-efficient benefits that align with long-term growth goals.

Known for his integrity, clarity, and ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable strategies, Eric Harris is a trusted partner to entrepreneurs, executives, and financial professionals seeking to protect and sustain the value they’ve built.