As a seasoned executive leader in the wealth management industry, Shannon thrives on driving growth for firms through well-designed staffing and succession strategies, as well as programs that nurture the proactive development of talent. She graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Science degree in Consumer and Family Economics. Shannon's career started at General Mills, where she was immediately drawn to learning how to attract and keep high-caliber talent. That curiosity quickly transitioned her into joining the world of head-hunting during the fast-paced dotcom technology boom.