Shannon Burns
About Shannon Burns
Shannon Burns serves as the Director of Finance for LiveWire at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2011. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously worked at American Express Financial Advisors, Ernst & Young, and MillerCoors Brewing Company.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Shannon Burns serves as the Director of Finance for LiveWire at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategic planning since 2011. Her position involves managing budgets, forecasting financial performance, and ensuring financial compliance within the LiveWire division, which focuses on electric motorcycle development.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to her current role, Shannon Burns held several significant positions in finance. She worked at American Express Financial Advisors as a Financial Analyst from 1990 to 1997, where she developed her analytical skills. Following that, she served as a Director at Ernst & Young for ten years, from 1997 to 2007, where she gained extensive experience in financial consulting. Additionally, she was a Manager at MillerCoors Brewing Company from 2007 to 2011, further enhancing her leadership and financial management capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Shannon Burns holds an Executive MBA from Marquette University, which she completed in 2006. She also earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, majoring in Accounting with a minor in Journalism, graduating in 1993. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both finance and communication, contributing to her effectiveness in her current role.
Career Timeline
Shannon Burns has a diverse career spanning over three decades in the finance sector. She began her professional journey at American Express Financial Advisors, where she worked for seven years. After her tenure there, she transitioned to Ernst & Young for a decade. Following this, she spent four years at MillerCoors Brewing Company before joining Harley-Davidson in 2011. Her career reflects a progression of increasing responsibility and expertise in financial management.