Ayven Dodd
CHIEF DEI OFFICER
ORIGINS
Mr. Dodd started with Shelton & Steele in 2015. He has placed partners with a variety of firms, nationwide and has become Shelton & Steele’s most successful recruiter, earning his position as Executive Vice President of the firm.
"THE MOST REWARDING PART ABOUT MY POSITION IS THE CONNECTIONS MADE AND RELATIONSHIPS CULTIVATED. IT HARDLY FEELS LIKE WORK WHEN MOST OF YOUR JOB REVOLVES AROUND HELPING PEOPLE."
AREAS OF FOCUS
Mr. Dodd specializes in the lateral recruitment and placement of law firm partners, counsel and associates, throughout the United States. His focus has been on working with virtual law firms and remote positions.
Ayven is also Shelton & Steele's Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer. In this role, he ensures that our firm has both proper representation and the programs necessary to create an environment of inclusion. Additionally, he monitors and documents the DE&I representation within our clients so that Shelton & Steele works exclusively with those organizations whose efforts, reflect the Shelton & Steele culture and corporate philosophy.
OFF THE CLOCK
A lover of the arts, when Ayven isn't working, you'll find him designing his own hoodies or creating music. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends and is an active volunteer at the local homeless shelter in Las Vegas.