Shannon Williams is a native of North Carolina. She relocated to Wake County to access more opportunities for her two sons and services for her oldest who is a member of the IDD community. Shannon has been involved with advocacy as a foster home houseparent, independent living director and utilization management. Shannon received a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Communications and Business Administration from Chowan University in 2003 and a Master’s of Public Health and Administration from UNC Pembroke. Shannon returns to the work force after spending the past nine years homemaking and advocating for her son. She is happy to be working at an organization that is making a difference in an area dear to her heart.