Shannon is a BOC-certified prosthetist, ABC-certified pedorthist, and ABC-certified orthotic fitter. He began his career in the O&P field in 2009, when he moved to the western slope from Southwest Colorado. He started his career as a technician, fabricating prosthetic devices, and soon after, decided to seek certification as a prosthetist in order to work directly with the patients.

Shannon is a Colorado native who enjoys many outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, rafting, camping, and snowmobiling.