Karen Shepherd, Owner of HR by Karen, LLC, was born and raised in Cleveland, OH, and before changing careers to Human Resources, worked in the legal industry for 30 years, 21 years with the same attorney in estate planning and administration. In July 2020, Karen created HR by Karen, LLC to provide small to large business owners with tailored HR Solutions based on a company’s strategic goals and objectives, helping businesses stay in compliance, saving money and administrative time, and coaching best practices for employee relations.

Services:

• Customized HR Consulting Services
• Bilingual Document Translation and HR Consulting Services
• Employee Handbooks
• Professional Recruitment
• Leadership Development and Facilitation
• High-energy, Motivational Presentations

As Founder and Chairperson of the Lead with Love Foundation, Inc., Karen is dedicated to empowering the SWFL community, individuals, and businesses through education and mentorship and is committed to fostering connections and collaboration for positive change. Karen leads with a heart for service, presenting on the topics of self-leadership, self-awareness, and the importance of a positive growth mindset.

Keynote Topics:

• Drum to Your Own Heart B-E-A-T
• 6 Steps to Turn Obstacles Into Opportunities
• Finding Your Superpower
• The Four Agreements
• Myth of a Work-Life Balance
• Real Leaders Lead with Love

In September 2022, the Naples Chamber recognized HR by Karen, LLC as Business of the Month, has been quoted in several publications for her expertise in human resources, and voted BEST Human Resources company for 2023 at The Official Community Choice Awards – Naples. In addition, Karen is the Author of Lead with Love, 10 Heart-Centered Strategies to Build a More Profitable Business.

Professional Background:

• 15 years in Human Resources
• Society for Human Resource Management – Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• John C. Maxwell and DISC Certified Trainer
• Master’s Degree from Strayer University in Human Resource Management and Organizational Development and proud recipient of the Outstanding Graduate Award
• Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Toledo in Communications