Shannon has worked in the health sector in South Australia for over 30 years where she began as an Enrolled Nurse in the disability sector. She has spent the last 15 years working in sales and marketing roles with aged care software and consultancy vendors and just prior to joining Ageing Australia she was the Head of Sales for Mirus Australia. Since she commenced as our State Manager in May 2025 she has worked with the SA team to bring a renewed focus, government advocacy and greater support to our SA members. Shannon is Adelaide born and proudly South Australian – she knows we have the best beaches and wines and an amazing membership base she feels lucky to work with. 

“My mantra is “If it’s to be, it’s up to me” . I am proactive, inquisitive and supportive. I love chasing and achieving goals in my personal and professional life. 

I have learned the importance of personal and business resilience where determination, focus and having a great team behind you can mean the difference between surviving and thriving. 

My network is valuable to me as are the connections I make and the stories and learnings I hear and read about online and in person. As someone who is committed to life long professional development I have invested in experiences that have enriched my heart and mind. The best of these are ones that bring the laughter with the shared learning. 

Conversations are golden – let’s have more of them and see how we can support each other.”