Derwin Shelley

Vice President, People Operations

Professional Overview
Derwin Shelley is an accomplished human resources and talent management executive with over 20 years of experience driving strategic people operations for leading organizations. As the Vice President of People Operations at First Help Financial, he is responsible for overseeing the company's workforce management, talent acquisition, and employee engagement initiatives. Shelley's expertise spans the finance, cybersecurity, and healthcare technology industries, with a proven track record of aligning human capital strategies with business objectives.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Vice President of People Operations at First Help Financial, Shelley leads a team of HR professionals responsible for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. He has played a critical role in building and scaling the company's workforce to support its rapid growth, implementing innovative talent management programs and enhancing the overall employee experience. Under his leadership, First Help Financial has established a strong employer brand and been recognized as a top place to work in the Boston metropolitan area.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Shelley served as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Aetion, where he built and led a high-performing recruitment team to support the company's expansion into new markets. Before that, he held progressive human resources leadership positions at BAE Systems Applied Intelligence, formerly known as SilverSky and Perimeter E-Security, where he spearheaded initiatives to improve talent management, employee engagement, and organizational development.

Academic Background
Shelley holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, with a concentration in Human Resource Management. He is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and has completed executive leadership programs at Harvard Business School and the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Areas of Expertise

• Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning

• Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies

• Organizational Development and Change Management

• Performance Management and Learning & Development

• Compensation and Benefits Administration

• HR Technology and Digital Transformation

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Shelley has been recognized for his ability to drive tangible business results through strategic human capital initiatives. At BAE Systems Applied Intelligence, he spearheaded a comprehensive talent management program that resulted in a 25% reduction in employee turnover and a 15% increase in employee satisfaction. At Aetion, he implemented a highly successful recruitment process that enabled the company to scale its workforce by 50% within two years, supporting its rapid growth and expansion.

Conclusion
Derwin Shelley is a seasoned HR leader with a proven track record of aligning people strategies with business objectives. As the Vice President of People Operations at First Help Financial, he is dedicated to fostering a high-performing, engaged workforce that drives the company's continued success. With his extensive industry expertise, strategic mindset, and commitment to innovation, Shelley is well-positioned to lead the organization's people-centric initiatives and contribute to its long-term growth and profitability.