Shannon Strachan
About Shannon Strachan
Shannon Strachan is a Senior Associate at McCaulley&Company LLC, with extensive experience in municipal and corporate law, community development, and team leadership. She has held various leadership roles, including Chief of Staff for the Mayor of Lakewood, Ohio, and has a strong background in philanthropy and volunteer management.
Work at McCaulley&Company
Shannon Strachan has been serving as a Senior Associate at McCaulley&Company LLC since 2020. Her role involves providing legal expertise and support in various capacities, contributing to the firm's operations in the Cleveland, Ohio region and remotely. With a focus on building high-performance teams, she leads training initiatives to ensure best practices are followed within the organization.
Previous Experience in Legal and Government Roles
Prior to her current position, Shannon Strachan held various significant roles in the legal and government sectors. She served as Vice President and General Counsel at Captain Jack Swim from 2019 to 2021 and was the Chief of Staff for the Mayor of Lakewood, Ohio, from 2015 to 2020. Her experience also includes working as an Attorney at Black Letter Discovery and owning her own law practice, Shannon C. Strachan, Esq. Attorney-at-Law, for 12 years.
Educational Background
Shannon Strachan earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Miami University. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in legal studies and business, which she applies in her professional endeavors.
Community Involvement and Philanthropy
Shannon Strachan is actively involved in her community, having volunteered for various organizations in Lakewood, including the Lakewood Public Library Foundation and the Junior Woman's Club. She has also served on the Parent Board for the University of Akron and participated in fundraising, grant writing, and sponsorship development for multiple nonprofits. Her commitment to community development is evident through her extensive volunteer work.
Skills and Expertise
Shannon Strachan possesses over 20 years of experience in business, municipal, and corporate law. She is skilled in producing detailed, data-driven reports for strategic planning and budget development. Her expertise extends to community development and branding, as well as leading cross-functional teams to coordinate stakeholder efforts in municipal government operations.