Shannon Lancaster
About Shannon Lancaster
Shannon Lancaster serves as the Senior Director of Commercial Analysis at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, a position held since 2016. With a background in accounting and extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, Lancaster has worked in various roles across notable organizations, including IDEXX Laboratories and Maine Medical Center.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Shannon Lancaster has served as the Sr. Director of Commercial Analysis at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing commercial analysis initiatives that support the company's strategic objectives. Her work contributes to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the organization. Dechra Pharmaceuticals is known for its focus on veterinary pharmaceuticals and has a presence in various global markets.
Education and Expertise
Shannon Lancaster earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Accounting from West Virginia University. She completed her degree over a five-year period from 1992 to 1997. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, which she applies throughout her career in various financial and analytical roles.
Background
Before joining Dechra Pharmaceuticals, Shannon Lancaster held several key positions in financial management and analysis. She worked as a Financial Planning Specialist at Maine Medical Center from 2001 to 2007. Following that, she served as Regional Controller for Reference Labs at IDEXX Laboratories from 2007 to 2013. Her experience spans various sectors, including healthcare and pharmaceuticals, providing her with a diverse perspective on financial operations.
Previous Positions and Experience
Prior to her current role, Shannon Lancaster worked at Putney, Inc., where she held two positions: Sr. Director of Commercial Planning and Analysis from 2013 to 2016 and Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis for a brief period in 2013. She also has experience as a Senior Accountant at Price Waterhouse Coopers from 2000 to 2001. This extensive background in financial planning and analysis has equipped her with the skills necessary for her current responsibilities.