Sharon Shelton

SHARON SHELTON discovered meditation and mindfulness when in early recovery from alcoholism in 1997, and has been studying and practicing ever since. As a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) by the International Coach Federation and Mindfulness Teacher for many years, Sharon supports individuals in clarifying intention, strengthening alignment and cultivating mindfulness. She completed the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP), is a Certified Mindfulness Teacher (CMT-P), and a member of the International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA). In 2008, Sharon studied at the One Spirit Interfaith Seminary in New York City, receiving ordination and then serving as assistant dean. She is the founder of the 3800+ member Listen to Your Life Meetup, and has been leading and facilitating diverse groups for many years. As a businesswoman, Sharon has decades of experience working for Fortune 100 companies, small technology start-ups and nonprofit organizations, most recently serving as Vice President of a global software company for 12yrs. She also teaches in the Business Plan & Entrepreneurial Support Program, a multi-week program designed to support and mentor BiPOC business owners in collaboration with SCORE and Shaw University. Sharon is a native New Yorker and currently lives in Cary, NC with her wife Dr. Michelle Bailey. Sharon is a Founding Advisor and Teacher at Cloud Sangha and part of a leadership team that includes Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield.