Shanna joined Oak Knoll mid-year in 2023, making her our newest team member. She plays a vital role in preparing our financial advisors for meetings, demonstrating a strong understanding of our client management software, and utilizing it to its fullest potential. Her behind-the-scenes work ensures clients know we always have their best interests at heart.
Though Shanna came to us without a background in the financial world, she has quickly adapted and is discovering her passion for the industry. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have her on our team and watch her thrive in her new role. She’s currently mastering tax-related processes to help us navigate through tax season.
“I’m still blown away every day by how extraordinarily rare of a workplace this is. I appreciate the emphasis on ‘family comes first,’ especially as a single mother. I only wish I’d found this place sooner, and I’m incredibly grateful to Steve for bringing me on here at Oak Knoll,” said Shanna.
As the mother of two boys, Schyler and Landyn, Shanna is immensely proud of the caring, hardworking young men they are becoming. Schyler is her laid-back son, while Landyn keeps the family on their toes with his passion for sports. Baseball is his first love, but he also plays football and wrestles. As a lifelong Cubs fan, Shanna would love to see Landyn play for the Cubs someday—cheering him on from the front row would be a dream come true.
Outside of work, Shanna is a licensed esthetician. After hours, you’ll likely find her lashing or indulging in other esthetician-related activities. She loves camping, reading, traveling to new places, taking photographs, and soaking up the sun—preferably by a pool or at the beach. Fall is her favorite season, and she treasures spending time with her boys, family, and friends. “Being able to laugh with my people fills my soul,” she says.