Meet Shelley
Small pivots lead to
big breakthroughs.
Dr. Shelley Kemp is a powerhouse speaker, leadership coach, and award-winning HR executive with over 15 years of experience spanning professional sports, higher education, and corporate leadership. She holds a doctorate in Curriculum & Instructional Design and is a SHRM-SCP certified HR strategist with a passion for helping people lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
A former Assistant Professor turned HR Business Partner for the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies, turned executive coach, Shelley blends research-driven insight with real-world wisdom. Her doctoral research revealed a critical disconnect between what students learn and what hiring managers in professional sports actually expect—what she calls The Athlete’s Mindset. Now, she equips students, educators, and emerging leaders to master the mindset and power skills that fuel elite performance in any arena.
Whether she’s coaching clients through a career pivot, speaking on stage, or mentoring women to rise strong, Shelley is all about helping others live intentionally, lead boldly, and thrive with purpose.
Entrepreneur, #1 Best-Selling author, mom and motivational speaker
Companies Hire Shelley for Topics Such As:
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Mindful Communications
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The Athlete's Mindset: Power Skills for a Competitive Career
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Soft Skills, Real Wins: Emotional Intelligence Over GPA
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From Rookies to Rockstars: Career Readiness in the Curriculum
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FUNdamentals of Mindful Communications
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Game ChangeHER: Navigating Change
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Purpose vs. Passion
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Managing Change & Stress
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And Other Subjects with Consultation
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Courageous Leadership
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HR Fundamentals for Leaders
