Shannon came to Sweet Briar following more than 20 years of experience in the equestrian industry. As a professional, she has provided top-level instruction to students at the local and national level of show hunters and equitation. Through her own riding, Shannon ensures that the horses she works with are able to help students reach their goals and expectations by being trained, are sound, and have proper fitness.
Shannon has worked with numerous well-known professionals including Oliver Brown, Meg Graham, Glenn Moody, Chris Wynne, Zach Parks, Jason Berry, and Anne Kursinski. She has trained and ridden an international Hunter Futurity Champion and a VHSA 3-year old Champion, while training Ariat Medal finals qualifiers, VHSA Equitation winners, and numerous horses and riders. Shannon has also previously served as assistant manager at Morven Park International Equestrian Center and is the owner of Upswing LLC.