Kim Harris is an entrepreneurial executive, cultural strategist, and hospitality innovator known for building brands, businesses, and partnerships that connect commerce, culture, and community.

As Co Founder and Managing Partner of Harlem Hops, she has helped build one of the most recognized craft beer hospitality brands in the United States, with locations in Harlem, Chelsea, and Atlanta. Under her leadership, Harlem Hops has become nationally respected for creating a hospitality model that combines premium beverage programming, cultural relevance, and neighborhood rooted business growth.

Kim also leads Painting It Red, an experiential production company with a long standing track record of producing strategic events, brand activations, conferences, and high profile cultural experiences for major institutions, nonprofit organizations, and corporate clients.

Her work consistently bridges business growth with authentic audience connection, making her a sought after voice on partnerships, entrepreneurship, brand positioning, hospitality innovation, and community driven economic development.

She has spoken on stages and platforms including Anheuser-Busch, A&E Networks, American Black Film Festival and the New York Restaurant Show, with upcoming participation connected to Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

Her perspective is valued because it is grounded in real operating experience, strategic thinking, and an ability to translate culture into commercial opportunity.