Meet the Team
Anchor Business Solutions, LLC –
• Leadership • Training Systems • Public Safety • Government Operations
Dr. Shelley Wheeler and Jeff Wheeler bring more than 70 years of combined experience in public safety, the U.S. Coast Guard, local and state government, and large-scale operational leadership.
Together, they lead Anchor Business Solutions, LLC,
a consultancy specializing in leadership development,
training system design, organizational culture, project & change management, and operational improvement.
Shelley M. Wheeler, D.B.A., PMP, CCMP
Leadership & Organizational Development Expert | Public Safety Veteran | Educator | Author
Dr. Shelley M. Wheeler is a leadership strategist, educator, and organizational development expert with more than 27 years of combined experience in public safety, the U.S. Coast Guard, local and state government, and higher education. A retired Fire Captain and former Program Manager for Professional Development with Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service, she has led leadership training, officer development, and workforce readiness programs for organizations of more than 2,000 personnel.
Experience
Shelley specializes in building sustainable training systems, strengthening organizational culture, and guiding agencies through effective leadership and change. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP), she excels at designing structured, scalable programs that improve communication, performance, and organizational resilience.
Education
She holds a Bachelor’s in Homeland Security & Emergency Management,
an MBA in Leadership, and a Doctorate in Business Administration (Organizational Leadership). Her research, Effective Leadership in the U.S. Fire Service, explores how leadership behaviors shape culture, trust, communication, and team performance. She also serves as a Dissertation Research Chair at Liberty University, where she mentors doctoral students and advances leadership scholarship.
Author
Shelley is the co-author of the children’s leadership book,
I’m Not Bossy, I’m a Leader! and the author of the forthcoming adult leadership book, Leading from the Fireground: Lessons from the Fire Service and Beyond, which blends real-world experience with leadership principles to help
readers lead with clarity, courage, and purpose.
Driven by service, grounded in experience, and passionate about developing leaders at everylevel, Shelley is dedicated to helping organizations build strong cultures, effective systems, and
high-performing teams.
JEFF WHEELER
Leadership & Management Expert | Coast Guard Veteran | Federal Policy Specialist
Jeff Wheeler is a highly accomplished leader with more than 40 years of distinguished service in the federal government, bringing unmatched expertise in program management, project management, policy development, operations management, and large-scale organizational leadership.
Throughout his career, Jeff has been recognized for his ability to navigate complex environments, strengthen organizational performance, and deliver mission-critical results with excellence, integrity, and unwavering dedication.
Experience
Jeff’s federal career includes decades of service with the United States Coast Guard, where he held senior leadership roles responsible for managing over $1 billion in operational assets and more than 9,000 personnel across multiple units. His strategic oversight, operational vision, and
ability to lead high-risk, mission-driven teams have contributed to significant advancements in readiness, safety, and organizational effectiveness.
As a program manager, Jeff has successfully led major federal initiatives from concept through execution. His deep understanding of federal systems, combined with exceptional organizational and analytical skills, has allowed him to oversee large, multifaceted programs with precision.
He is known for delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and at the highest standards of quality—consistently building trust among leadership, partners, and stakeholders. ​​
Contribution
Jeff has made substantial contributions to policy creation and implementation within the federal sector. His comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks, combined with his ability to analyze and interpretcomplex policy issues, has enabled him to develop solutions that support organizational priorities while ensuring legal and ethical compliance.
Recognition
He is recognized for his subject matter expertise in training systems development and management. He has designed, built, and maintained
large-scale training structures that support workforce readiness, leadership development, and operational excellence. His approach emphasizes adaptability, strategic alignment, and measurable outcomes—ensuring
training programs evolve with organizational needs and emerging challenges.
Throughout his long and impactful career, Jeff has demonstrated exceptional leadership, operational insight, and a relentless commitment to excellence. His ability to build strong relationships, optimize organizational processes, and lead teams through complexity makes him an invaluable asset to any agency or organization.
