Shawn is available for media interviews, one-on-one consultations, advisory boards, and conference presentations.


HR Department Startup
Employment Law
FMLA/ADA/WC
Mediation & Advocacy
HRIS Technologies
Instructional Design
Performance Management
Organizational Development
HR Policy Process & Design
Learning & Development

Areas of Expertise

Shawn’s expertise has been cited in several leading publications, including by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Yahoo! News and U.S. News & World Report.

Shawn Talley, M.S., PHR, is a 15 year HR executive with expertise in building high performing cultures.   Shawn has provided thought leadership to Fortune 500 and small-medium businesses across multiple sectors, the federal government, and higher education.

Thought Leadership

Staff Recruitment & Retention
Employee Relations
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Benefits Administration
HR Program/Project Management
Affirmative Action / EEO Compliance
Orientation & On-Boarding
Employee Engagement Initiatives