Shirley's commitment to organization and individual growth began a number of years ago when she worked in both the insurance and technology industries. As the first Account Manager for a national information technology consulting company, Shirley was introduced to the training field. She coordinated the new employee technical orientation program and served as organizational liaison for performance management. Shirley initiated the creation of three positions within her employment including Project Coordinator, Account Manager and Employee Development Director.

With a passion for employee and organization development and a life philosophy of success, Shirley became the owner of Stelbrink-Crews & Company in October 2003 until January 2007 when she joined Learning Alliances Company as Lead Training Consultant. The completion of her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Kennedy-Western University in May, 2003 truly reflected her strong commitment to learning.

Shirley stays active in her community and profession. She is a member of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, the Weldon Springs Foundation and is a past adjunct faculty member at Heartland Community College in Bloomington, Illinois. In 2006, due to her professional and civic accomplishment, Shirley was selected to join Leadership Illinois. She now serves on the Leadership Illinois Board of Directors. When not training, Shirley enjoys playing tennis, interior decorating, bicycling and reading.