HR Jetpack Instructors

Sharell Thomas-Hodge

Sharell Thomas-Hodge is the Total Rewards Director for the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. She joined the company in 2020 and her responsibilities include compensation, executive compensation, benefits design & administration, and payroll. Prior to joining The Y, Sharell was the Director of Total Rewards at Dekra North America. During her tenure at Dekra she played a significant role in the acquisition of 7 companies and was a key architect in the creation of a total rewards program designed for the newly established safety company. She also worked for Strategic Benefits Consulting as a Senior Benefits Consultant, responsible for Executive and Global Compensation.

Sharell is a graduate of Devry University and holds an MBA. She is a SHRM Certified Senior Professional. She has been a featured speaker at the Quit Commuting Conference. She currently serves on the HR Committee of the board at the Atlanta Mission. She is also the CEO of The Sharell Group, a coaching and consulting firm. Sharell enjoys reading, singing and spending time with her family.