Reviews

University of Louisville Alumni Speaker Series

 "Thank you so much for your willingness to share your knowledge and expertise today. I received emails from those in attendance saying how much they enjoyed hearing from you. I truly enjoyed the conversation and I know we probably could’ve went on for another 30 minutes as we all learned a great deal from you." 

Nakia Strickland, Assistant Director, Constituent Relations, UofL

The Heart Part of Leadership: 

Navigating Emotion, Service, and Inclusivity."

"Learned a lot from you during 'The Heart Part of Leadership' yesterday, Michele! Thank you to you and Chuck for having the discussion and making it accessible to the public!"

Sarah Perry, VP of Programming

Young Professionals 

Association of Louisville 

Creating Inclusive Culture:

What ecosystems need to know about crafting a workspace that can ATTRACT and MAINTAIN diverse talent

"You were incredible today. Thank you for being a part of the conversation."

Larry Horn, Executive Director

Amplify Louisville

"Michele did a great job presenting for the BDN (Business Diversity Network). Her presentations really hit the mark with the audience. Her ability to capture the essence of a topic and portray it with poise and confidence keeps the audience engaged and focused to make it personal. Her hands-on approach with stimulating exercises gives her high satisfaction scores from the audience!” 

Rhonda Iglesias

Former Lead Instructional Designer

ADP & Board Member - Business Diversity Network of KY

"I invited Ms. Shelton to speak to my Louisville Chapter of Kentucky Medical Group Management Association networking and professional development group. This group consists of mostly practice managers in the healthcare profession... She did an excellent job with her presentation. I would most definitely recommend Ms. Shelton as a speaker for future speaking engagements." 

Ludmilla Plenty

Former Employment Services Director

Greater Louisville Medical Society & MGMA-KY Chapter Member

"I have engaged Michele as my 'go to' subject matter expert on matters of diversity and inclusion. Her calm and thoughtful demeanor allows participants to engage with a "hot" topic like diversity with openness and curiosity, instead of judgment or defensiveness. Her trainings are also interactive; giving participants a valuable opportunity to learn in community with others. She always has great rapport with her audience." 

Merv Antonio

Senior Director of Learning & Convening

Center for Nonprofit Excellence

"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, KY

American Red Cross

 "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

  “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, KY

Kosair for Kids

"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

"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, Immediate Past CEO, KY

Family & Children's Place

 "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