Shonna Fraser, Spotlighted By Influential Women, Builds People-First Workplaces Through Human Resources Leadership

REMOTE, NC, UNITED STATES, October 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Human Resources Manager at 107 Public Square Inc. Brings More Than Eight Years of Expertise in Employee Experience, Talent Development, and HR Operations

Sanford, North Carolina – Shonna Fraser is the Human Resources Manager at 107 Public Square Inc., where she supports multi-state HR operations, employee relations, compliance, and talent development. A human resources professional and people operations leader with more than eight years of experience, Shonna, CSP, helps organizations strengthen employee engagement, workplace culture, and organizational effectiveness. Her specialties include employee experience, human resources management, talent development and learning, HR operations and compliance, and leadership coaching and people development.

Shonna’s background spans corporate, retail, startup, and family-owned business environments, giving her a well-rounded perspective on building people-first strategies that align with organizational goals. Her experience includes human resources management, learning and development, leadership coaching, employee accommodations, payroll administration, and operational support. She has been recognized for a relationship-first leadership style that combines strategic thinking with empathy, collaboration, and strong execution. She has also served as a public notary in North Carolina.

Shonna earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Human Resources Management from Jessup University and holds the Human Resource Essentials Certification from eCornell. She holds the CSP credential, has earned LinkedIn Learning professional certificates, and is currently pursuing SHRM certification. She is a member of OUR Mission, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, and the Influential Women Network.

Human resources has become a strategic function that shapes how organizations attract, develop, and retain their people. HR leaders manage everything from compliance and payroll to employee relations, accommodations, and learning programs. In companies that operate across several states, they must keep pace with differing employment laws while maintaining a consistent employee experience. Professionals who pair operational knowledge with empathy help create workplaces where employees feel heard and supported, which strengthens retention and performance.

Shonna attributes her success to being a relationship builder who embraces opportunities with courage, grit, and grace. She has been willing to step outside her comfort zone, stay curious, and invest in meaningful relationships, and her passion for helping people has allowed her to make a positive impact wherever she serves.

The best career advice Shonna has received is that she can accomplish anything she sets her mind to, but she cannot be everything to everyone. That reminder has helped her focus her energy where it matters most, set healthy boundaries, and draw on the strengths of others rather than trying to carry every responsibility alone.

For young women entering human resources, Shonna encourages asking questions, staying curious, and seeking knowledge. She advises them to think creatively, use the resources available, and take calculated risks. She also urges them not to let a job description discourage them if they do not meet every listed qualification, and to pursue opportunities that align with their goals with confidence.

Shonna sees increasing the representation of women in senior leadership as one of the greatest challenges in her field, along with supporting people returning to the workforce after major life events such as parenthood. Managing the complexities of multi-state employment laws also requires organizations to stay adaptable. At the same time, she views these challenges as opportunities to improve employee experiences, advocate for meaningful workplace policies, and build cultures where people can thrive.

Integrity, meaningful relationships, curiosity, innovation, and compassion guide how Shonna leads and serves others, and she strives to align her actions with her values in every part of life. She approaches each opportunity with grit and grace while supporting people holistically. Her commitment to service extends well beyond the workplace. She serves as a church leader in an elementary ministry program and as a volunteer and prevention-certified trainer with OUR Mission, supporting human trafficking awareness and prevention. She has volunteered with the ALS Association Greater Sacramento, assisting with fundraising, grant research, event coordination, and awareness initiatives, and organized a charity soccer clinic benefiting ALS research and support services. She has also coached and mentored high school, club, and youth soccer players.

From her early roles across varied business settings to leading multi-state HR operations, she has built a career centered on investing in people first. Passionate about leadership development and employee experience, Shonna Fraser continues to help individuals and organizations grow with confidence, purpose, and lasting impact.

Learn More about Shonna Fraser:

Through her Influential Women profile: https://influentialwomen.com/connect/shonna-fraser

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