Shawna H.
About Shawna H.
Shawna H. is the Manager of Business Development at Schellman, where she has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in legal, compliance, and cybersecurity sectors, she has held various business development roles at multiple law firms.
Work at Schellman
Shawna H. has been serving as the Manager of Business Development at Schellman since 2019. In this role, she operates remotely from the Sacramento, California area. Her responsibilities include developing and implementing customer relationship management (CRM) rollouts and business development training programs. Shawna emphasizes legal, compliance, and cybersecurity sectors in her business development efforts, aligning with Schellman's focus on these critical areas.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to her current position, Shawna H. held various roles in business development across multiple law firms. She worked as a Business Development Manager at Covington & Burling LLP from 2015 to 2018, and as a Firmwide Marketing Manager at Sedgwick LLP from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Business Development Manager at Nossaman LLP and held various marketing roles at Goulston & Storrs and EAPD Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge LLP. This extensive experience has equipped her with a strong foundation in business development within the legal sector.
Education and Expertise
Shawna H. earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication and strategic planning, which she applies in her business development roles. Shawna focuses on practice group management and developing strategies to enhance client relationships, demonstrating her commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
Background in Legal Marketing
Shawna H. has a comprehensive background in legal marketing and business development, having worked in various capacities across several law firms. Her roles have included Business Development Coordinator and Senior Marketing Coordinator, where she developed skills in client service and strategic planning. This background has provided her with insights into the unique challenges and opportunities within the legal industry.
Client Service Philosophy
Shawna H. is passionate about delivering exceptional client service to both internal and external clients. She enjoys helping colleagues develop strategies to strengthen and grow client relationships. Her focus on client service is a key aspect of her approach to business development, ensuring that the needs of clients are met effectively and efficiently.