Leslie McShane

Leslie McShane has extensive work experience in various roles and industries. In 1989, they started their career as a Lawyer at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP, where they worked until 1997. In 2010, Leslie volunteered as a College Counseling volunteer at Carson High School while also starting their consulting business, McShane College Counseling Services. At McShane College Counseling Services, they served as an Independent College Counselor, assisting high school and transfer students with the college admissions process. Leslie utilized online research tools and custom software to analyze student performance data and find best-fit colleges. Leslie was a member of various associations, including the Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA) and the Western and Pacific Northwest Associations for College Admission Counseling (WACAC, PNACAC). In 2017, they joined the Missoula Family YMCA as an HR Manager before transitioning to the Greater Missoula Family YMCA as a Human Resources Director in the same year. Leslie'srole at the YMCA focused on managing and overseeing human resources functions. Leslie's work experience demonstrates their expertise in both the legal field and college counseling.

Leslie McShane received a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles in 1989. Additionally, they obtained a College Counseling Certificate from UCLA in 2010. Leslie also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology from Brown University.