Shannon Hooten

Shannon Hooten serves as Chief of Staff at MORTAR, where responsibilities include enhancing organizational effectiveness through streamlined operations and strategic initiatives. Previous roles at MORTAR include Director of Culture & Strategy, Strategic Director, Program Manager, and Retail and Events Manager, showcasing a strong ability in project management and organizational leadership. Additionally, Shannon is an Advisory Council Member at Dolr, focusing on strategies for addressing student loan debt relief. Prior experience spans positions at Doran Manufacturing, Rare Elements Foundry, and Toys"R"Us, highlighting skills in sales coordination, content editing, and store management. Shannon holds a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Organizational Leadership from Xavier University, an Associate of Arts in Communication from Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, and is pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources at the University of Southern Indiana.