Shelly brings a distinctive combination of deep Atlanta market knowledge, interior design expertise, and hands-on project management to every real estate transaction. Known for her strategic mindset, attention to detail, and straightforward approach, she believes that hard work, innovation, and integrity are the foundation of a successful client relationship.
Shelly works with buyers and sellers across a wide range of price points, from first-time homeowners to luxury clientele, delivering the same elevated level of service, thoughtful guidance, and care to every client she represents.
Having lived in multiple areas throughout Atlanta for more than 40 years, Shelly offers a firsthand understanding of the city’s growth, shifting neighborhood dynamics, and evolving market trends. A Sandy Springs native and graduate of Riverwood High School, she has personally owned and leased homes in Chastain Park, Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, Dunwoody, High Point, and North Buckhead. She has experienced Atlanta’s changes from the inside out—allowing her to guide clients across the greater Atlanta area with clarity, context, and confidence.
After earning her bachelor’s degree in Design and Textile Technology from Florida State University, Shelly returned to Atlanta and spent 14 years in the interiors industry in design and product sales. She worked closely with designers, architects, and homebuilders on both renovation and new construction projects, giving her clients a distinct advantage when evaluating homes, understanding potential, and making informed decisions about a lifelong investment. Clients value her practical advice, strong work ethic, calm leadership, and ability to see beyond the surface—helping them navigate decisions that support both lifestyle and long-term value.
Shelly is a member of the Chastain Park Civic Association and River Chase Swim & Tennis Club, and her family attends and enjoys both Buckhead Church and The Cathedral of St. Philip. Furthering her involvement in the community, Shelly volunteers with and sponsors many organizations throughout the city, including Northside Youth Organization, Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Partnership Against Domestic Violence, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and the ALS Association of Georgia.
Shelly and her husband, Paul, live in Sandy Springs with their three children, Franklin, Thomas, and Beckley.
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Awards and Memberships
• ARA Top Producer, Atlanta REALTORS® Association: 2020–2025
• Atlanta Magazine Real Estate All-Star, Lifelong: 2020–2025
• #1 Large Team: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023
Beery Cummings Group – Dorsey Alston
• #15 Individual Sales, Companywide, Dorsey Alston: 2024
• Atlanta REALTORS® Association, Member: 2019–Present
• National Association of REALTORS®, Member: 2019–Present
• Licensed Realtor in the State of Florida
