Shannon Wicks

Shannon Wicks has extensive work experience in web development and technology management. Shannon began their career at Critical Mass as a Senior Web Developer, where they worked on projects for major clients such as Mercedes Benz, Proctor & Gamble, and Nike. Shannon also had responsibilities in staff hiring, task assignment, and meeting deadlines.

After that, Shannon worked at Minit Drugs as a Senior Web Developer and Manager of Technology. Shannon designed and maintained a custom ERP web-based application and managed a team of IT professionals. Shannon also handled computer network management and procurement of hardware.

Later, Shannon joined ISL Digital Marketing as a Senior Web Developer. Shannon'srole involved coding and integrating templates into an ASP.Net/SQL 2005 environment.

Currently, Shannon is associated with the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) as the Associate Director of Marketing & Communication Systems. Prior to this position, they served in various roles at SAIT, including Interim Associate Director of Digital Experience & Development and Team Lead of Technology Development. Shannon'sresponsibilities included leadership, workload management, mentoring, and leading development projects.

Throughout their career, Shannon has demonstrated expertise in web development, content management systems, and technology management. Shannon has successfully led projects, implemented strategies, and ensured adherence to best practices.

Shannon Wicks holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Management of Information Systems from Memorial University of Newfoundland, which was obtained from 1993 to 1999. Prior to that, Shannon attended Menihek Integrated Highschool from 1987 to 1993. In terms of additional certifications, Shannon has completed various courses and programs, such as "Conducting Effective Meeting" from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) in 2023 and "Introduction to Agile Marketing" from AgileSherpas in 2021. Other certifications include "Google Analytics for Beginners" from Google in 2020, "Inbound Marketing Certified" from HubSpot Academy in October 2019, "Prosci Certified Change Practitioner" from Prosci in 2018, and "Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I)" from Scrum.org in 2013.