Sheila Thomas, MS-HR Collaborative Innovative HR Executive

Sheila Thomas, MS-HR Collaborative Innovative HR Executive, has extensive experience in the field of human resources. Sheila Thomas, MS-HR began their career in 1996 as an HR/Operations Administrator/Manager at Lutheran Social Services of Michigan, where they excelled in HR management, team leadership, and strategic planning. Sheila then moved on to the StoneCrest Center Behavioral Hospital in 2009, where they served as the Director of Human Resources & Corporate Compliance. During their time there, they achieved The Joint Commission Accreditation and exemplary state regulatory audits for the HR department and implemented a successful worker compensation training program that resulted in a 45% reduction in claims. In 2012, Sheila joined Food System Consulting Group as a Human Resources Business Consultant, providing advice on employment laws, employee relations, and process improvement procedures. Sheila Thomas, MS-HR then served as the Vice President of Mentoring and Professional Development on the Board of Directors for DC SHRM, where they developed and implemented a robust Mentoring Program and led initiatives for military veterans. Currently, Sheila is the Head of Human Resources & DEI at Phoenix International Holdings, Inc., supporting a multi-state remote workforce, ensuring timely completion of HR reports, and leading diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Overall, Sheila Thomas is a highly experienced HR professional with a proven track record of success in various leadership roles.

Sheila Thomas has a Master of Science Administration degree in Human Resources from Central Michigan University. Sheila Thomas, MS-HR also holds a certification as a Certified Worker Compensation Professional from the Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations.