Shelley De Simone
About Shelley De Simone
Shelley De Simone serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at AgeSpan in Lawrence, Massachusetts, where she has worked since 2020. She holds degrees from the College of the Holy Cross and Boston University and is certified in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace.
Work at AgeSpan
Shelley De Simone has served as the Chief Human Resources Officer at AgeSpan since 2020. In this role, she focuses on human resources leadership within the nonprofit sector, emphasizing the importance of creating an empowered and inclusive workplace culture. AgeSpan operates in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and under her guidance, the organization aims to foster a compassionate environment for its employees.
Education and Expertise
Shelley De Simone holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the College of the Holy Cross, which she completed from 1986 to 1990. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Arts in International Relations from Boston University in 1991-1992. Additionally, she is certified in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace through the University of South Florida, enhancing her expertise in fostering inclusive workplace environments.
Background
Shelley De Simone has dedicated her career to providing human resources leadership to mission-driven, nonprofit organizations. Her professional journey includes various roles in human resources across different institutions, showcasing her commitment to the field. Prior to her current position, she held significant roles at Anna Jaques Hospital, Montserrat College of Art, and Jewish Vocational Service in Boston.
Career History
Before joining AgeSpan, Shelley De Simone worked at Anna Jaques Hospital in several capacities. She served as the Director of Human Resources from 2012 to 2018, then as Vice President of Human Resources from 2018 to 2020. Her earlier experience includes roles as a Human Resources Generalist and Human Resources Manager at the same hospital and Jewish Vocational Service, respectively. She also worked as a Consultant at DBM and as Director of Human Resources at Montserrat College of Art.