Shannon studied Dental Assisting at DMACC and graduated in 1999 as a Registered Dental Assistant.  Through continued education, Shannon received her expanded functions certificate.  She joined Ballard Dental Associates in October 2013.

Shannon lives in Huxley with her husband Gabe and their two boys, Owen and Grady.  In her spare time, you can catch her cheering on the Ballard Bombers and the Iowa Hawkeyes.  She enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, reading and spending time outdoors.