Shelby began her leadership journey as a youth growing up in the church where she served in various capacities through early adulthood. She learned the importance of faithful service under the tutelage of her parents, Dr. Vivian F. Morgan and the late Dr. Gerald L. Morgan.

With over a decade of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist, her extensive knowledge and training allow her to educate the public on the various forms of healing holistically. As a Certified Instructor with the International Institute of Faith-Based Therapy, she has a deep understanding the spirit, soul, and body and how it impacts leadership development. Using the lens of the eight dimensions of wellness, she formed the Holistic Leadership Development Coaching Intensive.