Shannon Berger, MBA
About Shannon Berger, MBA
Shannon Berger, MBA, serves as the Controller at sugar•AI and MONTKUSH, where she manages accounting and compliance for hemp permits and USDA Organic Certification. With a background in business management and accounting, she has held various financial roles, including Business Manager at St Jerome Catholic Church and Staff Accountant at the Diocese of St. Petersburg.
Current Role at MONTKUSH
Shannon Berger serves as the Controller at MONTKUSH, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for maintaining both Florida and Vermont hemp permits. She has also played a key role in obtaining and maintaining USDA Organic Certification for the company. Her expertise in financial management and compliance is essential to the operations of MONTKUSH.
Professional Experience
Prior to her role at MONTKUSH, Shannon worked as the Accounting Controller at sugar•AI since 2016. Her responsibilities included handling accounting and insurance matters for Devonia, LLC. She also served as the Business Manager at St. Jerome Catholic Church from 2011 to 2016, where she implemented financial procedures and internal controls. Additionally, she worked as a Staff Accountant at the Diocese of St. Petersburg from 2008 to 2011.
Educational Background
Shannon Berger holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from LSU Shreveport, where she studied Accounting and Business/Management from 2020 to 2022. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business/Management from the University of South Florida from 2005 to 2007. Earlier, she completed an Associate of Arts (AA) in Business Administration and Management at St. Petersburg College from 2003 to 2005.
Skills and Software Proficiency
In her professional roles, Shannon utilizes a variety of software tools to enhance operational efficiency. She is proficient in QuickBooks Online (QBO), Square, Metorik, Shipstation, GoShippo, Slack, Time Doctor, Gsuite, Office Suite, WooCommerce, Paylocity, and ADP. Her diverse skill set supports her responsibilities in accounting, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
Certifications and Compliance
Shannon has obtained a HACCP license and has created and maintained related policies and procedures. Her focus on compliance is evident in her work at MONTKUSH, where she ensures adherence to both state and federal regulations, including the maintenance of USDA Organic Certification.