Shemeleah G.
About Shemeleah G.
Shemeleah G. serves as the Senior Global Strategic People Partner at Entain, where she also leads the Black Professionals initiative. With extensive experience in human resources across various industries, she has held significant roles at companies such as Just Eat Takeaway.com, Discovery Inc, and Bayerische Landesbank.
Current Role at Entain
Shemeleah G. serves as the Senior Global Strategic People Partner at Entain, where she has been since 2022. In this role, she leads the people agenda for global functions within the Digital business. She is also the founder and leader of the Black Professionals initiative at Entain, focusing on enhancing diversity and inclusion within the organization.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Shemeleah G. held various roles in human resources across multiple organizations. She worked at Just Eat Takeaway.com as Head of People for Global Technology & Product from 2021 to 2023. Her experience also includes roles at Discovery Inc., SG - Digital, and Post Office Ltd, among others, where she contributed to HR strategy and operations.
Education and Qualifications
Shemeleah G. studied at Kingston University, where she earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, achieving CIPD accreditation from 2009 to 2011. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies from The Manchester Metropolitan University, which she completed from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and organizational development.
Leadership and Strategic Partnerships
In her career, Shemeleah G. has partnered with C-suite leaders, including Chief Marketing Officers and Managing Directors, across Europe, Africa, and Canada. This experience highlights her capability in aligning HR strategies with business objectives and fostering collaboration at the highest levels of management.
Career Progression
Shemeleah G. has a diverse career trajectory in human resources, starting as an HR Assistant at Bakkavor in 2007. Over the years, she has progressed through various roles, including Regional Human Resources Manager at Slater and Gordon Lawyers and Associate Director of HR at Bayerische Landesbank. This progression reflects her growing expertise and leadership in the HR field.