Who we are
We are a workforce development company specializing in building customized training programs to help organizations develop leaders and create more cohesive, productive teams. We also lead innovative second-chance employment initiatives, helping employers hire, retain, and support justice-impacted citizens and underserved youth seeking new opportunities.
Organizational Climate Assessment
We collect anonymous employee feedback and deliver practical, tailored recommendations to strengthen team performance and prepare for workforce expansion.
Staff Development & Training Courses
Our live, interactive training programs equip employees and leaders with the skills to build stronger teams, covering topics like emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and effective leadership.
Coaching &
Consulting
We provide targeted leadership coaching and operational consulting, including support for organizations adding entry-level talent through workforce reintegration programs.
MEET JIM ECHOLS, FOUNDER & CEO
Born in 1950 in Memphis, Tennessee, Jim grew up during the Jim Crow era in a modest, faith-centered family. His early experiences, shaped by a deeply segregated society, instilled in him a profound interest in human relationships and diversity.
After serving as a decorated U.S. Army leader, Jim dedicated his career to advancing workforce development through public service roles. In 2017, he founded Renaissance Community & Public Relations, LLC, to bring a practical, commonsense approach to leadership, team-building, and workforce reintegration.
Who We Serve
Public Sector
Government Agencies
(States & Municipalities)
Businesses
Public and Privately-Owned
Small and Minority-Owned
Non-Profits
Chambers of Commerce
Faith-Based Organizations
Soon after meeting Jim Echols and his firm, Renaissance Solutions, his team advised and assisted with the development of our annual Minority Business Summit.
Jim’s common-sense approach to inclusion, leadership, and management is rooted in fundamental business principles and the American free enterprise system. I highly recommend Jim and his team for organizations seeking expert guidance, assessments, and workforce development.
Alan Cobb, President & CEO
Kansas Chamber of Commerce
Our Focus
At our core, we are a workforce development company. We take a comprehensive approach by offering a wide range of services to develop your workplace internally, while also enhancing your organization's overall image and helping promote a positive public perception.
We help organizations tap into overlooked talent by building systems that support the hiring, onboarding, and development of individuals reentering the workforce, such as returning citizens, GED recipients, and those seeking new starts.
Renaissance is currently leading a consortium designed to support the development of a scalable workforce reintegration model for justice-impacted individuals, launching in the Kansas City region with plans for national expansion in 2026. Learn more about the Returning Citizen Consortium
Second-Chance Employment Initiatives
Through coaching and consulting, we help leaders by equipping them with the skills to inspire, engage, and retain top talent. We empower leaders to cultivate cohesive teams by fostering respect, understanding, and clear communication.
Our employee training programs are designed to build stronger teams at every organizational level. Delivered virtually, on-site, or both, training programs are tailored to your needs and focus on key topics like conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, employee recruitment and retention, and more.