We don’t advise.
We execute!

For over 25 years, JW Advisory Group has worked alongside C-suite leaders and Boards to solve critical workforce challenges and architect organizations that consistently outperform

Trusted by C-suite leaders and HR executives nationwide.

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WHAT WE DO

Comprehensive HR solutions — practical, yet powerful.

We don’t believe in off-the-shelf fixes. Every strategy we build is tailored to your organization, your people and your goals.

HR Department
Build-Out

Is your organization growing faster than you can align? We build the HR foundation your business needs — structure, systems, culture and everything in between.

Human Capital Strategy

Your people are your greatest competitive advantage. We align your talent strategy to your business goals so the right people are always in the right roles at the right time.

Performance & Culture

From tough performance conversations to building an inclusive J.E.D.I. culture — we help your leaders and teams show up, perform and thrive every single day.

25+

Years of Experience

About JW Advisory

Grounded in 25 years of human capital expertise, we deliver strategies that execute and scale.

Naj founded JW Advisory Group on a simple but powerful belief — when your people succeed, your business succeeds. With over two decades partnering with C-suite executives, Boards and HR leaders, she brings the hands-on expertise and strategic clarity that growing organizations need most.

From building HR departments from the ground up to guiding leadership teams through complex workforce transformations, Naj has done the work — across start-ups, scale-ups and established enterprises alike.
HR departments built from the ground up
25+ years of C-suite and Board partnerships
HOW IT WORKS

A proven approach
— from discovery to transformation.

We don’t just hand you a strategy and disappear. We roll up our sleeves and work alongside your team every step of the way.

STEP - 01

Discovery

We start by getting under the hood of your organization — listening to your leadership,
assessing your current people practices, and identifying exactly where the gaps are. No assumptions. No shortcuts. Just clarity.

STEP - 02

Strategy

We build a time-bound, practical roadmap tailored specifically to your business goals —
covering people, process and performance across the full scope of your HR needs. No templates. No guesswork.

STEP - 03

Execution

This is where most firms stop. We don’t. We implement alongside your team — building systems, training people and embedding the change so it actually sticks.
Human Capital
C-Suite Advisory
Leadership Development
Organizational Strategy
Performance & Culture
Government Contracting
People First
HR Build-Out
Mergers & Acquisitions
IPO Prep
WHY CHOOSE JW ADVISORY?

We are Serious about people. Even more Serious about Results.

We're not a one-size-fits-all firm. Every engagement is personal, practical and built entirely around your specific goals.

25+ years of proven, hands-on expertise
Naj isn't a junior consultant — she's a seasoned HR practitioner with over two decades of real-world experience across start-ups, scale-ups, organizational restructuring, pre-IPO companies and mergers & acquisitions. You get the expert, not a team of associates.
Every engagement starts with deep discovery. We learn your business, your culture and your goals before we recommend a single course of action. No templates. No guesswork.

JWAG doesn’t hand you a report and walk out the door. We work alongside your team to implement, train and embed every change — from HR systems and policies to talent frameworks and leadership programs.

25
+

Years of Experience

2000
+

HR policies written

$5Mil
+

Workforce Savings

Trusted across industries
that run on great people.

From fast-growing startups to established institutions — if your organization depends on its people to perform, JWAG was built for you.

Veterinary Clinics
Government Contractors
Start-Ups & Scale Ups
Higher Education
Consumer Brands
Nonprofits
TESTIMONIALS

What our clients say about working with
JW Advisory.

Don’t take our word for it — hear directly from the executives and business leaders who’ve
partnered with JWAG.

"If you're looking to partner with a strategic HR practitioner who is a master at aligning the people strategy to the business strategy — look no further than Naj. For years, she's been a pivotal part of our growth and my overall success as a CEO."

B. Hobbs
CEO, DVELUP

"I want to extend a huge thank you to JW Advisory Group for their excellent work creating a scalable HR department that addressed the needs of our growing organization. We are extremely satisfied with their professionalism and expertise."

R. Romero
Client

"Naj has managed to create and maintain a thriving, inclusive culture that employees feel proud to be part of. Her expertise in talent strategy has maximized our efficiency and competitive advantage."

K. Rouzie
Client

“ They brought both strategy and practicality. The new org design wasn’t just theoretical—it was implementable. Within 90 days, we saw improved efficiency and stronger leadership accountability.”

M. Yadri
CPA (Accounting firm)

“We had no HR infrastructure going into a sale. JWAG built everything—from compliant employee files to compensation alignment—in under 60 days. Our buyer specifically called out
how clean our people operations were during diligence.”

T. Kobayshi
Founder (Family Owned Restaurant Chain)

“We needed a system that could scale with us. JWAG helped us select and implement the right platform while building the processes behind it. It felt like we skipped years of trial and error.”how clean our people operations were during diligence.”

M. Landberry
CEO (Startup Scaling to 150 Employees)

“Before JWAG, our HR processes were
manual and inconsistent. Within weeks of implementation, we had real-time visibility into our workforce and far fewer payroll errors.”

Dr. F.Weinstein
COO (Government Contractor)

“We were dealing with a retaliation claim that had escalated internally. JWAG stepped in, stabilized the situation, and delivered a fact-based
eport that removed emotion from the equation. It reset trust across the team.”

L. Gendalo
Founder (B2B Online)

“JW Advisory Group operates
like a true partner in the deal process. They don’t just ‘support HR’—they protect enterprise value. We now bring them into every deal where people risk is a factor.”

H. Burnett
PhD, Investment Partner (Private Equity Firm)
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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If you don’t see what you’re looking for below, just reach out — we’re happy to talk through your specific situation.
How do I know if JWAG is the right fit for my organization?
The best way to find out is to book a free 30-minute discovery call. We’ll ask a few questions about your current situation, your goals and your challenges — and give you an honest assessment of whether and how we can help. No pressure, no pitch.

Both. We work with organizations of all sizes — from early-stage startups building their first HR function to mid-sized companies navigating growth, and established enterprises going through transformation. What matters most is your commitment to building a people-first organization.

We’re based in Los Angeles, CA and serve clients nationally. Engagements can be conducted virtually, in-person or a combination of both — depending on your location and the nature of the work. We’re flexible and will work in whatever format gets you the best results.

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