Amanda Newsom

Amanda Newsom is an experienced administrative professional currently serving as an Executive Administrative Assistant at Howard Shockey & Sons, Inc. since January 2023. Previously, Amanda held the position of Program Manager at WVU Potomac State College and worked in various roles in education, including Substitute Teacher and Special Education Paraprofessional at Deer Creek Public Schools. Additional experience includes a position as Post Closer at NewDay USA and Admissions Counselor/Telecounseling Supervisor at WVU Potomac State College, where responsibilities included recruiting and counseling students. Early career experience consists of supporting faculty as a Student Assistant at the WVU Entrepreneurship Center and interning at the U.S. Small Business Administration. Amanda holds a Master’s of Science in Management/Talent Development and Training from Troy University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Marketing from West Virginia University.