VICE PRESIDENT of BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT – HES Facilities Management

Why Chas supports the MYSP:
“As a former student of cello in a public school setting, I know first-hand how learning to play a musical instrument can be a gateway to learning how to succeed in one’s life endeavors – and I have a special appreciation for those who teach students how to stretch toward continuous improvement and ultimate success.”

Mr. Harris brings 30 years of facilities industry experience to clients and leads business development activities in the South-Central region for HES Facilities Management.  HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions and is headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee.  Mr. Harris is a trusted advisor in the areas of facilities services, operations, and technologies. In addition, Chas provides a consultative approach to issues relating to budgeting, capital planning and contract implementation. Mr. Harris obtained a degree in Architecture from Prairie View A&M University and holds a master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Southern Methodist University.

 A Baton Rouge, La. native and a resident of the Memphis area for 10 years, Chas is a 2020 graduate of the Leadership Memphis Executive class.  He’s found opportunities to give back to the community by serving on the boards of Communities in Schools Memphis and Volunteer Odyssey since 2021.