The Humans of Shades of Grey HR
Aimee, M.Ed. - CEO
Aimee is a certified HR pro and the powerhouse behind Shades of Grey HR. With over two decades of experience and a sharp eye for both people and process, she leads with strategy, heart, and a no-nonsense approach that gets results.
Known for building trusted partnerships and developing custom solutions that actually work, Aimee helps businesses navigate complex people challenges, scale smart, and create workplaces where teams thrive. Whether it's recruitment, compliance, culture, or change—she’s the steady hand guiding clients through it all.
Bailee - Operations Project Manager
Bailee is the engine behind our execution—keeping projects on track, communication flowing, and nothing slipping through the cracks. As the vital link between our team and clients, she brings structure to the chaos, clarity to the process, and excellence to every deliverable.
Known for her sharp instincts and calming presence, Bailee is the one who keeps us all moving forward. With unmatched follow-through and genuine care for the work, she turns big ideas into done deals—and makes it look easy.
Tony - Director of Growth & Learning
With roots in radio and a natural gift for connection, Tony brings energy, clarity, and charisma to every conversation. As our Director of Growth & Learning, he not only leads professional development and onboarding—he’s also the first face many of our clients meet.
From client intake to training delivery, Tony drives growth on both sides of the business. He designs impactful learning experiences, builds lasting partnerships, and ensures that every interaction—internal or external—is rooted in value and trust.
Karen, M.Ed. - Sr. HR Consultant
Karen is a seasoned HR professional—and former school principal—who brings a unique blend of leadership, empathy, and sharp compliance know-how. She specializes in employee relations, investigations, professional development, and navigating complex workplace issues with clarity and care.
Fluent in talent management, payroll, and HR systems, Karen knows how to strengthen the manager-employee dynamic and create environments where people and performance thrive.
Mary, CPP - Sr. Payroll Consultant
Mary is a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) with deep expertise in payroll strategy and Paycom HRIS. She's the go-to for precision, process improvement, and problem-solving—whether it’s auditing payrolls, untangling compliance issues, or training teams with confidence.
Known for her sharp eye and steady execution, Mary turns complexity into clarity. She’s not just running payroll—she’s building smarter workflows, elevating accuracy, and ensuring every process runs like clockwork.
Ashley - HR, & Payroll Coordinator
Ashley is a dynamic entrepreneur with a drive for innovation and a deep sense of community. From launching ventures in esthetics and custom apparel to co-founding a start-up beverage company, she’s constantly exploring new ideas and bringing them to life.
Her creativity and resilience landed her on Season 7 of The Blox, where she showcased her versatility as a leader. Beyond her entrepreneurial ventures, Ashley plays a key role behind the scenes—supporting sourcing efforts, streamlining operations, and helping push projects across the finish line with precision and heart.
Heather - Recruiter
Heather combines sharp recruiting instincts with the warmth of Midwestern hospitality. She’s not just filling roles—she’s building teams. With years of experience running her own business, she knows how to spot the kind of talent that clicks and sticks.
She’s a proactive hunter, not a passive poster. Heather taps into deep networks, uses smart sourcing strategies, and brings a human touch to every outreach. She turns cold leads into real connections and consistently delivers candidates who are both qualified and culturally aligned.