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Celebrating 25 Years of Equipping You to Evolve, Communities to Connect, and Work to Be Worth It!

    WELCOME!

      

    Michele Lawlis Shelton, CDP, CPC, is an internationally recognized speaker, author, and leadership coach specializing in transformative inclusion. With over 25 years of experience impacting business, government, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations, Michele partners with clients to build strength and stamina to confront systemic challenges that threaten our humanity and success, both individually and collectively. She is available on an international basis to deliver keynotes, coaching, and immersion experiences that equip leaders and their organizations to transform into environments where all people can thrive.

    MICHELE SHELTON recognized - "TOP 15 COACHes in louisville" BY INFLUENCE DIGEST MEDIA...

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    Overview

    What...

    Speaking and training services that provide skill development, tools and insights for immediate application toward addressing today's pressing DEI challenges. We'll also remain available to discuss partnering for needs that arise beyond the learning.

     

    • Keynote Speaker
    • Executive Advisor
    • Individual & Group Coaching
    • Associate Training

    How...

    Michele and her team are available for in-person and virtual events. We will work with you to develop a custom experience and support promotions for your featured event.


    • Association Meetings
    • Business Conferences
    • Community Meetings & Forums
    • Women's Group Meets
    • Workforce Events
    • Virtual Experiences

    With...

    With...

    Our clientele has included professional associations and organizations dedicated to building inclusive communities within, but not limited to, the following industries: 


    • Finance
    • Education
    • Government
    • Healthcare
    • Nonprofit & Faith-Based
    • Professional Development
    • Tourism & Hospitality

    How can you engage?

    C-Suite Experiences

    Need a speaker for an upcoming event?

    Virtual Learning Events

    We specialize in supporting organizational leaders with customized, results-driven, in-person or virtual experiences.

    Public Registration Opens October 6, 2025

    Virtual Learning Events

    Need a speaker for an upcoming event?

    Virtual Learning Events

    Are you looking for unique opportunities to expand your network with like-minded people? Join us for a virtual experiences.

    Public Registration Opens October 6, 2025

    Need a speaker for an upcoming event?

    Need a speaker for an upcoming event?

    Need a speaker for an upcoming event?

    We're currently booking virtual and in-person events through 2026! Check out some of Michele's previous appearances. 

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    Client Testimonials...

    National Nonprofit CEO

    National Nonprofit CEO

    National Nonprofit CEO

    "Michele’s insights have proven valuable to stimulating new ideas and thinking in our organization. With her leadership, we have engaged thought provoking discussions on topics impacting our teams and the communities we serve."

    -Steve Cunanan, CEO

    American Red Cross, KY

    Healthcare Executive

    National Nonprofit CEO

    National Nonprofit CEO

    "I sooo appreciated you sharing what every DEI practitioner is aware of and has been trying to yell from the mountain top in a way that was digestible to “others” who were in the room.  I was waiting on someone to say it.. and you said it all!" 

    Anonymous, Ohio Area

    Healthcare Executive

    Team Associate

    National Nonprofit CEO

    National Nonprofit CEO

     "Thank you for your authenticity, guidance, and all that you do for humanity. Thank you for giving me the assurance I needed to face racism. The lump is gone out of my heart and chest. I feel normal again."

    Anonymous, Ohio Area Healthcare Employee

    National Nonprofit CEO

    Tourism Association & Government Executives

    National Nonprofit CEO

      “Discussion of difficult topics requires a patient and skilled facilitator. And make no mistake, race in America is among the most difficult of discussion topics. A facilitator must encourage dialog, true dialog, in an environment where every person is comfortable sharing without fear of judgment for not saying something the “correct” way. Thankfully, Michele Shelton is that patient and skilled facilitator.” 

    -Barry Dunn, CEO

    Kosair for Kids, KY


    Tourism Association & Government Executives

    Tourism Association & Government Executives

    Tourism Association & Government Executives

     "You are an absolute expert at what you do. Thank you for saying yes to us!"

    -Contina Djouga, VP, Finance 

    Washington, DC 


    "What can I say? Fab-U-Lous!

    Thank you so much! The session was exceptional, and so much of what we desire and have been looking for. Thank you so much; for your professionalism, your expertise and your thoughtful engagement."

    -Kimberly Clay, Director

    Kentucky Tourism Department

    Nonprofit Social Services CEO

    Tourism Association & Government Executives

    Tourism Association & Government Executives

    "I am eternally grateful to you for all the incredible work, and I know it was not always easy. You have made me a much better leader, and you have made (us) a much, much, much better organization."

    -Pam Darnall, CEO

    Family & Children's Place, KY

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