Shannon is a proud Wiradjuri Woman who is extremely passionate about the advancement and economic empowerment of First Nations People. She has a proven track record with over 15 years experience in First Nation business development and relationship management. Shannon has applied knowledge across a broad range of complex sectors and applies a strengths based approach to all that she does.

As a dedicated Business Coach herself, Shannon has coached well over 200 First Nation businesses from artists and consultants to tourism operators and construction companies. She recognises the value that First Nation businesses add to the economy and to communities and believes a strong and prosperous First Nations business sector is the key to Closing the Gap.

Shannon is the currently the Director of the Yarpa Hub, an organisation that is committed to strengthening the First Nations business sector and contributing to economic prosperity through capability, connection and culture.