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Shannon Ferguson, SHRM-SCP
HR + Talent Leader // Robust Experience across People Ops, Culture, L+D, Recruiting, and Human Resources // Startups, Tech, Nonprofits
Shannon Ferguson, SHRM-SCP, is the Head of People at Blueboard, with a focus on creating meaningful work experiences and revolutionizing employee recognition and rewards.
With a diverse background in HR, People Ops, Culture, and Talent Leadership, Shannon has cultivated extensive experience in building exceptional teams and workplaces.
Previously as the VP of HR at Kickstarter, Shannon played a pivotal role in the company's remarkable growth over a five-year period and has since provided HR and Talent Consulting services to various startups and nonprofits.
Skilled across all facets of the people function, Shannon is dedicated to constructing and expanding companies with positive missions, nurturing functional people operations, supporting employees with empathy, and fostering vibrant cultures.
With educational qualifications in Materials Science and Engineering from Columbia University and a Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California, Shannon brings a unique and holistic approach to her work.
Shannon's professional journey includes roles at organizations such as Pursuit, Cheddar Inc., Pilotworks, Voray, and the NYC Tech Talent Pipeline, further showcasing her expertise and versatility in empowering teams and driving organizational success.
