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President and CEO, Grace Federal Solutions, LLC
“From a small town to a thriving business, my journey embodies the spirit of unwavering determination.”
Iris Phillips, the unstoppable force behind Grace Federal Solutions, LLC, a woman-owned, minority-owned company is making a lasting impact in the healthcare landscape. With a fiery passion for excellence and a relentless drive to make a difference, Iris is a force to be reckoned with.
Having honed her skills at the prestigious University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and North Carolina Central University, Iris boasts over 16 years of invaluable experience in healthcare administration and management. Drawing from her wealth of knowledge, she founded Grace in 2010, a powerhouse company that revolutionizes the healthcare industry specializing in workforce solutions, clinical research, project management.
A true trendsetter, Iris and Grace have been rightfully honored with numerous accolades. The prestigious 2022 100 Women to KNOW in America Award, the distinguished North Carolina 2022 Andrea Harris MBE Award, the coveted 2022 Enterprising Women of the Year Award, and the esteemed 2022 Department of Labor Hire Vets Gold Award are just a few examples of the recognition they have garnered.
Through Grace Federal Solutions, LLC, Iris and her dedicated team tirelessly deliver excellence and tailormade solutions that reshape the healthcare industry.
Their commitment to enhancing patient care across the nation is not just a business goal—it’s a mission that Iris personifies in everything she does. With her unyielding grace and tenacity, Iris Phillips is a true visionary who is reshaping the world, one transformative solution at a time.
Iris’s remarkable expertise extends far beyond the confines of her office walls. She possesses an uncanny knack for workforce solutions, clinical research, project management, making her a trusted partner for a diverse range of national, federal, state, and commercial clients.
Iris’s impact isn’t limited to the business realm alone. She is an active member of several esteemed organizations, leaving her mark on every committee she joins. Whether it’s the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors, the Women Presidents Organization, or the Management Council Board of Defense Alliance of North Carolina, Iris’s presence is always felt.
She also selflessly lends her time and expertise to initiatives such as the UNC-Chapel Hill Patient Family Advisory Council, the NC MedAssist Board of Directors, and the Enterprising Women Advisory Board. Notably, Iris chairs the NC Med Assist Human Resource Committee, the SE Raleigh Highschool Young Enterprising Women Mentoring forum, and the Wayne County Young Enterprising Women Mentoring forum.
The Young Enterprising Women Mentoring program was founded by Monica Smiley, aimed at cultivating the leadership potential of young women in STEM-based fields and other industries. Previously, she chaired the North Carolina Defense Alliance Women Business Leaders Forum.
Beyond her impressive accomplishments, Iris Phillips is defined by her steadfast commitment to service and her belief in the power of collaboration. Iris’ unwavering commitment to success and dedication to her craft have earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and peers.
