About
Leadership Development Training
Pulse HR Solutions is dedicated to transforming leaders and organizations through expert HR solutions. Our leadership development training programs are designed to empower leaders to improve team engagement and organizational success. With a focus on workplace culture, compliance, and strategic planning, we provide tailored solutions that meet your unique needs. Enhance employee morale and foster growth with our proven methodologies and real-world expertise. Experience the impact of leadership development training with Pulse HR Solutions today.
Meet the Team
We've brought together a team of experts who are not just proficient in HR theories but have practical experience in a wide range of industries. Our specialists are dually certified in human resources (SPHR and SHRM-SCP) and have significant experience in leadership training, workplace culture assessment, anti-harassment training, and onboarding development.
In addition to our in-house experts, we have strategically aligned ourselves with specialized partners to offer a full suite of HR solutions. This includes attorneys seasoned in employment law and labor regulations, ensuring that our clients are always in compliance with evolving legal standards. We also work closely with safety officers who specialize in creating and maintaining safe and healthy work environments, including OSHA compliance and risk management strategies. These partnerships allow us to provide a one-stop solution for all your HR needs, covering the legal, ethical, and safety dimensions of employee management. With this comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach, we are better equipped to address complex HR challenges and deliver integrated solutions tailored to your organization's unique needs.
Our services include but are not limited to:
- Leadership Development Programs
- Workplace Culture Assessment
- Custom Workplace Training Programs
- Anti-Harassment Training
- Onboarding Program Development
- Strategic Planning
- Team building
- HR Audits/Assessments
- Compliance (multi-state and Federal)
- Policy/Procedure Development
- Handbook Development
- Salary/Compensation Review
- Workplace Wellness Programs
Training through Storytelling
Through personal experience and collecting hundreds of shared stories from real people, it is time to break the mold and start transforming the way leaders lead and employees perform. Each training session and workshop provide you with the tools you need to become a more effective leader. The real change comes when you dedicate your time and energy to put these in to practice with your team. Times have changed over the last few years and employees are no longer willing to take a backseat to the age-old way of management in organizations.
Special Invitation from Sheri
I invite you to join me in a workshop, conference, or coaching session. Share your story with me. Together, let's inspire future leaders to lead BETTER!
For a partnership in all things people-related, let's start a conversation today and work together towards a better future.
About Our Founder
Sheri Bender, MSEd Human Resource Development
Sheri Bender is a sought-after speaker, HR consultant, and seasoned leadership trainer known for her down-to-earth, engaging approach to workplace transformation. As an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and adjunct professor at James Madison University, she blends academic insight with real-world expertise to help leaders and organizations thrive.
With over 25 years of HR and leadership experience, Sheri has worked across diverse organizations, culminating in the creation of a Corporate University designed to develop high-potential leaders across 14 locations. Her expertise spans leadership development, workplace culture, and strategic HR practices, empowering organizations to foster meaningful change.
Sheri holds a Master’s degree in Human Resource Development from James Madison University and a host of advanced certifications, including:
✅ Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®)
✅ SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
✅ Certified Change Management Specialist (CMS)
✅ Organizational Development Certificate (NTL)
✅ Flow Certified Business Coach (FCBC)
✅ Certified Diversity Executive (CDE)®
Sheri’s career is defined by a hands-on, action-oriented approach. She has led executive coaching and leadership development at organizations such as BetterUp and GrowthSpace and has designed and delivered custom training programs on leadership, communication, and performance management for over six years at Blue Ridge Community College and Laurel Ridge Community College.
As an adjunct faculty member and curriculum designer at James Madison University, she has played a pivotal role in redesigning Human Resource Development courses and delivering both asynchronous and in-person instruction.
Sheri’s passion for supporting veterans led her to serve as Project Manager Lead for SHRM Foundation's Veterans at Work Program, where she provided recruiting and retention training to nationwide organizations on the benefits of hiring veterans and military community members.
She is also deeply invested in her local community. A long-standing member of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce, she frequently serves as a leadership and workshop speaker. She has held multiple leadership roles in HR organizations, including past presidencies at Shenandoah Valley SHRM and Winchester Area SHRM.
Sheri’s philosophy is simple: Lead BETTER. She believes that by cultivating strong leadership, fostering a positive workplace culture, and empowering teams, organizations can drive meaningful, lasting change. Her expertise in strategic planning, collaborative leadership, and organizational development allows her to go beyond transactional services, offering true partnerships in leadership growth.
Ready to build a stronger, more effective workplace? Contact Sheri today!
Pulse HR Solutions, LLC, Founder
