Her Story
About Novella
Novella Noble is the Founder and Senior Executive HR Consultant of Noble HR Consulting Group, where she partners with small and mid-sized organizations to build high-performing workplaces through strategic human resources leadership. With more than 25 years of executive HR experience spanning both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, Noble is recognized for helping organizations strengthen their people operations, navigate organizational change, and develop sustainable workforce strategies. Her expertise includes executive coaching, strategic HR planning, organizational development, change management, performance management, workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee engagement, compliance, and culture transformation. She works closely with C-suite executives, boards of directors, and leadership teams to align human capital strategies with long-term business objectives while supporting organizational growth, scaling, and acquisitions.
Prior to founding Noble HR Consulting Group, Noble held several executive leadership positions, including serving as Chief People Officer for The Beauty Foundation, a $1.3 billion organization based in Greater Atlanta. Throughout her distinguished career, she has also served as Senior HR Business Leader at ChenMed and Senior Director of Human Resources at Ochsner Health, where she led enterprise-wide initiatives that improved employee engagement, strengthened organizational culture, enhanced operational efficiency, and increased talent retention. Her leadership has consistently resulted in measurable business outcomes through the development of innovative HR strategies, workforce optimization, succession planning, and leadership development programs. Widely respected as a trusted advisor, Noble has built a reputation for creating inclusive, people-centered organizations that drive both employee success and organizational performance.
Noble holds an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Business Administration from Kennesaw State University, where she earned recognition on the President's List. She is a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and an active member of SHRM Atlanta and McLean. In addition to her accomplished HR career, Noble has demonstrated her entrepreneurial spirit by successfully owning and operating both a restaurant and a medical transportation company for 17 years. She is also deeply committed to community service through her long-standing volunteer work with organizations including Partnership Against Domestic Violence and Habitat for Humanity International. Known for her integrity, strategic vision, and people-first leadership philosophy, Noble continues to help organizations cultivate resilient cultures, develop exceptional leaders, and achieve lasting business success through effective human capital management.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Novella
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the support and guidance of the incredible leaders and mentors who have been part of my journey, beginning with my parents and extending to the intentional relationships I have built throughout my career. Their encouragement, wisdom, and honest feedback have helped me grow, navigate challenges, and continuously improve. I believe that surrounding myself with people who inspire, challenge, and support me has been instrumental in shaping both my personal and professional success.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I have ever received is to remain open to feedback and view every opportunity for growth as a chance to improve. I have embraced the mindset that “feedback is a gift,” as it provides valuable insights, encourages self-reflection, and helps me continue developing both personally and professionally. Being receptive to feedback has allowed me to learn from others, strengthen my skills, and become a more effective leader and collaborator.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the field is to own their identity, stay grounded in their values, and have the confidence to embrace their unique perspectives and strengths. It is important to be courageous, especially when navigating environments that may be traditionally male-dominated, and to recognize the value you bring to the table. Build meaningful relationships, seek out mentors and advocates, continue learning, and never compromise who you are in pursuit of success. Authenticity, resilience, and confidence are powerful tools for creating lasting impact.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges and opportunities in the HR field today are centered around the evolving role of human resources in a rapidly changing workplace. Coastal transformation and the ongoing impacts of the post-COVID environment have highlighted the need for HR to move beyond traditional administrative functions and become a strategic partner within organizations. HR professionals have an opportunity to strengthen organizational stability, mitigate risks, protect company culture, and advocate for the value of human capital. By focusing on people, resilience, and long-term organizational success, HR can play a critical role in shaping the future of work.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me in both my work and personal life are kindness, empathy, and treating others with the same respect and consideration that I would want for myself. I believe in recognizing the humanity in every person and approaching interactions with compassion, understanding, and respect. These values guide the way I build relationships, collaborate with others, and contribute to creating a positive and supportive environment.
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