AUDIENCE TESTIMONIALS

" Michele has exceptional skills to work with the client to achieve the goals... while providing consultation based on expert knowledge and experience. I worked with Michele years ago and I am fortunate we have reconnected.  She is the consummate professional whether it is facilitation, consultation or education.  " 

Delanor Manson

CEO

Kentucky Nurses Association    

 "We knew we didn’t have as much diversity in our system as we would like.  We also felt that we needed to support the diverse student and staff population better than what we had been doing.  We weren’t sure how to best approach the topic of inclusion.  Then we found Michele Shelton.  Michele has been great to work with as we chart a new course for diversity and inclusion in our schools."

Greg Schultz

Superintendent 

Oldham County Schools 

"Thank you for today’s session. It was powerful, emotional, and moving. I know that this brought up racial trauma for many of our colleagues, and I know that it is exhausting. I feel outraged, sad, and activated and feel confident you will get people in the right space to do the work we will be asking of them! " 

Randa Deaton

President/CEO

Kentuckiana Health Collaborative    

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

Contina Djaouga

VP, Finance 

US Travel Association

 “I had the privilege of attending Michele's diversity training she presented at our BGSHRM chapter meeting. The presentation was engaging and most of all thought provoking in a positive yet challenging way. I've used information I learned with others multiple times since then. I'd recommend her to others.” 

David Baumgartner

Vice President, Spirituality

Signature Healthcare    

"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

"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

Employment Services Director

Greater Louisville Medical Society & MGMA-KY Chapter Member

"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

“From the bottom of our hearts, again, thank you so much... Your open, vulnerable approach really opened up a great dialogue...and it was truly an honor to be a part of. You set the tone...to ask questions and share experiences they wouldn't have otherwise discussed...We truly left feeling so impressed and humbled."

Cassidy Hyde

Executive Director

YPAL

  "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

Lead Instructional Designer

ADP & Board Member - BDNKY

"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, 

Healthcare Team Member

Ohio Area

"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, 

Healthcare Executive

Ohio Area

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