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Sharon Dones is chief people officer at HouseWorks, one of the nation’s leading personal care services companies. Since joining HouseWorks in early 2021, Dones has been instrumental in driving the company’s impressive growth. Under her leadership, the organization expanded from nearly 500 caregivers to nearly 18,000 caregivers across the Northeast—and continues to grow. With a caregiver-first philosophy, Sharon has shaped a leadership strategy and company culture prioritizing caregiver support and empowerment.

Before joining HouseWorks, Dones held a variety of human resources leadership roles within the health care industry, where she developed expertise in fostering talent, scaling teams, and building strong organizational foundations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in human resources from Salem State University and a master’s degree in human resources from Emmanuel College.

Amanda Leonardi is a SHRM-certified professional and accomplished Human Resources services manager at MP: Wired for HR with a passion for delivering innovative solutions that drive organizational success. With a wealth of expertise in client services, training program development and operational excellence, Leonardi has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to businesses navigating the complexities of today’s HR and healthcare landscapes.

Her skillset includes designing and implementing dynamic training programs that empower teams, enhance engagement and promote professional development. Leonardi is adept at streamlining operational processes to improve efficiency and ensure compliance, delivering measurable results for clients and caregivers alike. Her ability to foster meaningful partnerships has been instrumental in addressing workforce challenges, from recruitment and retention strategies to fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.

Celeste Begley serves as solutions marketing manager for the health care vertical at MP, where she brings dynamic leadership and a results-oriented approach to advancing workforce solutions and driving measurable business growth. With extensive expertise in strategic business development, relationship management and innovative marketing strategies, Begley has established herself as a trusted leader in the healthcare and home-based care sectors.

Begley is an expert in creating and executing innovative marketing campaigns, fostering collaborative partnerships, and delivering impactful presentations and training sessions. She is passionate about empowering organizations to navigate workforce challenges by introducing cutting-edge solutions and programs tailored to the unique needs of homecare and caregiving professionals.