Shannon Newberry is an experienced professional in the education and publishing sectors with a focus on children's literature. Currently serving as the Walmart Category Advisor at Berkshire Blanket & Home since June 2022, Shannon has previously held several key positions at ReaderLink, including Senior Product Manager and Sales Children's Product Manager, where responsibilities included managing the Children's Books category and liaising with Walmart buyers. Prior experience at ANconnect as Senior Category Manager involved overseeing Walmart and Sam's Club Children's Books accounts, while earlier roles in public education spanned over a decade, encompassing teaching literature and composition at various schools. Shannon's military service as a Communications Security Specialist in the United States Air Force laid the groundwork for a strong foundation in communication and operational excellence. Education credentials include a Master's of Arts in Education Administration and a Bachelor's of Arts in English Education, both from the University of Central Oklahoma.