About Us
Charles Terrence Harper
Charles Harper is an entrepreneur, educator, and researcher with a passion for helping individuals and organizations understand complex ideas, develop practical systems, and apply technology in meaningful ways. His work bridges business, education, and leadership, with a particular emphasis on making sophisticated concepts accessible to independent professionals and lifelong learners.
After launching his first online business in 2009, Charles developed a practical, systems-oriented approach to entrepreneurship that continues to shape his teaching, research, and curriculum development. Drawing from years of experience building and supporting online businesses, he focuses on helping others work more effectively through clear processes, thoughtful instruction, and sustainable business practices.
Charles is also committed to exploring the role of emerging technologies in education and business. Through educational content and online instruction, he helps solopreneurs, educators, and trainers understand how artificial intelligence can be used to improve learning, strengthen decision-making, and streamline everyday workflows. His approach emphasizes practical application, clarity, and responsible use of technology rather than technical complexity or passing trends.
As a doctoral candidate in Organizational Leadership at Eastern University, Charles' research examines leadership within online Communities of Practice that support necessity entrepreneurs. Using the Theory of Constraints as a descriptive lens, his work explores how leaders help community members identify and overcome persistent barriers to growth, with particular attention to leadership behaviors that foster focus, guidance, and continuous improvement.
Charles' academic background reflects his longstanding interest in business and leadership. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a concentration in Finance from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, followed by an MBA from Syracuse University. His professional experience, combined with ongoing doctoral research, informs his commitment to creating educational resources that are both academically grounded and immediately practical.
Through GainMindshare, Charles seeks to equip entrepreneurs, educators, and organizational leaders with the knowledge, tools, and systems needed to learn effectively, lead with purpose, and navigate an increasingly digital world.
Laurel Knox Harper
Laurel Harper is an educator, researcher, and lifelong learner with a passion for helping individuals and organizations understand complex ideas and apply them with confidence. Her work combines practical experience with a commitment to thoughtful research, making challenging topics more accessible and actionable.
With a background in business, leadership, technology, and education, Laurel has developed instructional materials, taught at the college level, and worked with organizations seeking to improve communication, learning, and digital engagement. She is particularly interested in the ways technology can strengthen leadership, foster meaningful community, and support lifelong learning.
Laurel is currently completing a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, where her research focuses on transformational leadership and engagement in digital Christian church communities. Her work reflects a broader interest in how leadership, technology, and human connection intersect in an increasingly digital world.
Through GainMindshare, Laurel seeks to create educational resources that are practical, research-informed, and accessible to a broad audience. Whether developing learning materials, conducting research, or exploring new ideas, her goal is to help others grow in knowledge, leadership, and understanding