Deep expertise, trusted relationships, and a continued commitment to Indian Country

A Committed, Culturally Aligned Partnership

REDW Advisors & CPAs is pleased to announce that Soaring Bird Solutions, LLC has joined the firm through a strategic acquisition, integrating its operations into REDW’s national advisory platform. Through this partnership, REDW will expand its capabilities in supporting Tribal Nations and Tribal enterprises, particularly in the areas of human resources strategy, leadership development, and organizational consulting.

Founded in 2015, Soaring Bird Solutions has built a nationally respected practice dedicated to supporting organizations serving Tribal governments, Tribal enterprises, and Tribal nonprofits across the United States.

Karla Bylund, MS-IOP, SHRM-SCP, founder and CEO of Soaring Bird Solutions and a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, will join REDW as a Principal within the firm’s HR Consulting practice, where she will lead the Tribal HR Support service line.

Karla Bylund, MS-IOP, SHRM-SCP, Founder of Soaring Bird Solutions

Karla is a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation and has over twenty years of experience in the human resources profession. The majority of her career has been in Indian Country, working with and for many tribes across the country. In the course of her career, she has conducted numerous organizational, compensation, and classification studies; audited HR departments; conducted sensitive investigations; and implemented policies, procedures, and processes to remove inefficiencies and improve overall team performance. Karla has also developed onsite and e-learning training programs focusing on the unique challenges in Indian Country.

Qualifications:

  • Master of Science degree in industrial and organizational psychology from Kansas State University
  • Bachelor of Science in business administration from the University of Phoenix.
  • Diversity and Inclusion certification from Cornell University
  • Senior Human Resource certification from the Society of Human Resource Management

Tribal HR Consulting Support

As part of Soaring Bird Solutions joining REDW, Tribal organizations will continue to have access to trusted Human Resources consulting services designed specifically for Indian Country. We work alongside Tribal leadership and HR teams to strengthen people operations, improve organizational performance, and support long-term workforce success.

Our approach is personalized and built around the priorities of each Tribal Nation and enterprise we serve. Services include recruitment and retention strategies, succession and strategic planning, compensation studies, employee development programs, and HR outsourcing support. By working closely with our clients, we help develop practical strategies that improve efficiency while supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Learn more about our full Tribal Human Resources Consulting practice and how we support organizations across Indian Country.

Explore HR Consulting Services

Over the years, we have thoughtfully explored opportunities that would allow us to expand our capabilities while continuing to deliver the personalized, relationship-driven service that defines Soaring Bird Solutions. After many conversations, it became clear that REDW shares our values, our commitment to clients, and our long-term vision for supporting organizations in Indian Country. REDW has built trusted relationships by approaching its work with humility, respect, and a deep understanding of the communities it serves. By joining forces, we are able to bring together specialized HR expertise with REDW’s broader advisory platform, creating even greater opportunities to support Tribal organizations across the country.

Karla Bylund MS-IOP, SHRM-SCP, Founder and CEO of Soaring Bird Solutions

The partnership will also provide Soaring Bird clients with access to REDW’s expanded advisory resources, including audit, tax, cybersecurity, compensation consulting, financial advisory, and wealth management services. Bylund will work closely alongside Cristin Heyns-Bousliman, Principal and HR Consulting Practice Leader, to expand REDW’s human resources advisory services for Tribal governments and Tribal enterprises nationwide. She will also collaborate with REDW leadership to strengthen the firm’s ability to support Tribal organizations as they navigate the unique regulatory, operational, and workforce challenges present within Indian Country. Her experienced team, based in Nevada, will continue on with REDW, working remotely as they have for many years as members of Soaring Bird Solutions.

We are truly excited to welcome Karla and the entire Soaring Bird team to REDW. Their deep experience supporting Tribal governments and enterprises, combined with their cultural understanding and commitment to service in Indian Country, aligns beautifully with REDW’s mission and values. This partnership expands our ability to offer the specialized HR services our Tribal clients rely on while bringing together two teams that share a genuine passion for strengthening organizations and communities. I look forward to working alongside Karla and her team as we continue building on REDW’s longstanding commitment to Indian Country.

Cristin Heyns-Bousliman Esq., THRP, Principal, REDW HR Consulting Practice Leader

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Learn how REDW and Soaring Bird Solutions can support your organization. Connect directly with Karla Bylund to discuss your HR challenges, training needs, or organizational goals.

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