Shontera Gillespie-Coleman is a seasoned HR leader with decades of strategic human resource and leadership experience dedicated to fostering organizational growth and employee development. She has held roles as Chief People Officer in several organizations and served as a senior HR Business Partner for global companies, in addition to her outstanding tenure at WakeMed Health & Hospitals. A passionate advocate for community service, Shontera believes in the power of strong faith as a guiding principle in both her professional and personal life.
Currently, she works as a freelance strategic human resource business partner, leading initiatives in talent management, workforce planning, and employee engagement. Shontera is committed to creating inclusive workplace cultures that empower individuals and drive business success.
She earned her master’s in human resource management from Central Michigan University and completed her undergraduate degree in Industrial Relations/Human Resources at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, providing her with a solid foundation in human resources and organizational development. An active member of the Raleigh-Metro Society of Human Resource Management, Shontera contributes insights on best practices and emerging trends in the HR field.
Originally from High Point, North Carolina, Shontera is deeply committed to community outreach and volunteer work, believing that giving back enriches lives and strengthens communities. She currently resides in Raleigh with her husband and two children, where she enjoys all things health and wellness.
Shontera Gillespie-Coleman, Senior HR Business Partner
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