Allen Tate Relocation and Corporate Services, a division of the Allen Tate Companies, has named Keela Shumard as director of operations. She will oversee relocation services for Allen Tate Relocation clients as well as manage and train staff.

Shumard has 25 years in the relocation business, working in roles as a relocation counselor, trainer, operations manager and account manager. She is experienced in both government and corporate home sales, as well as domestic and international relocations. She holds the Certified Relocation Professional® (CRP) and Global Mobility Specialist® (GMS) designations and has completed Asher Sales Training and Development and American Management Association Presentation Training.

An active community leader, Shumard has previously volunteered with Food for Others, Habitat for Humanity, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Rise Against Hunger and Toys for Tots.

“She will be a key part of the Allen Tate Relocation team in developing and fostering relationships with relocation management companies and corporate clients,” said D.J. Stephan, president, Allen Tate Relocation and Corporate Services.