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Sarah Propester

Director of People & Culture, The Dewberry Charleston

"Working with Ann was an absolute pleasure. Her thoughtful, grounded approach brought clarity and perspective at a pivotal time for both me personally and for our organization. Entering my first year in the People & Culture field, Ann became an invaluable partner — offering tremendous professional insight, structure, and reassurance as I navigated a new leadership role and an evolving department. Ann’s expertise in HR strategy, organizational design, and culture development helped shape the foundation for how our People & Culture team now operates. Her guidance was instrumental in redefining departmental roles, improving communication, and creating a more cohesive framework to support both leaders and teammates across the hotel. What stands out most about Ann is her integrity and steadiness. She approaches every situation with fairness, objectivity, and a genuine desire to understand all perspectives before offering guidance. I know she’s someone I can trust and call on when navigating complex or difficult situations — her advice is always unbiased, thoughtful, and deeply rooted in both experience and empathy. Beyond her wealth of knowledge, Ann brings genuine care and authenticity to every interaction. She listens deeply, challenges thoughtfully, and provides balanced, realistic solutions that blend strategic vision with compassion. Her ability to see the big picture while addressing the human side of every issue makes her an exceptional advisor and partner. I’m deeply grateful for her partnership and mentorship and would highly recommend Ann and Shift HR Consulting to any leader or organization seeking to strengthen their culture, elevate their people strategy, and drive meaningful, lasting impact."

Laura Dixon

CEO, Pro Sports Assembly

“Ann has been an invaluable partner to Pro Sports Assembly since we began working together in 2020. Our collaboration evolved from serving together on the Governing Board to partnering closely when she became Board Chair and I transitioned into the CEO role. During that time, we built the organization’s first full-time staff plan and later worked together on staff transitions and expansion as the organization continued to grow. Through every phase, Ann brought strategic insight, thoughtful guidance, and a steady problem-solving approach that positioned our team and organization for long-term success. I relied heavily on her coaching and perspective during several pivotal growth moments, and most recently on her expertise in recruiting and hiring two critical positions — both of which were outstanding additions to our team. Ann’s professionalism, character, and commitment to excellence are unmatched. She approaches every challenge with intelligence, calm, and care, and her deep industry knowledge and active service to the field reflect her integrity and passion for strengthening organizations and leaders. I hold the utmost respect and admiration for Ann, both personally and professionally, and I recommend her without hesitation.”