Shannon Hessen
About Shannon Hessen
Shannon Hessen is a Public Relations Manager with extensive experience in the fashion industry, having worked at Spanx and various other companies in public relations and communications roles. She holds a Master of Arts in Fashion and Luxury Management from Savannah College of Art and Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Furman University.
Public Relations Career at Spanx
Shannon Hessen has held multiple roles at Spanx, starting as a Public Relations Coordinator from 2019 to 2021 in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. She transitioned to the position of Public Relations Associate in 2021, where she worked for 10 months in the Greater Atlanta Area. Currently, she serves as the Public Relations Manager, a role she has occupied since 2021. In her capacity at Spanx, she has been responsible for managing public relations strategies and initiatives that enhance the brand's visibility and reputation.
Educational Background in Fashion and Communications
Shannon Hessen earned a Master of Arts in Fashion and Luxury Management from the Savannah College of Art and Design, completing her studies from 2017 to 2018. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Furman University, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, she participated in a study abroad program at CIMBA, focusing on Communications and Marketing in 2015.
Internship Experience in Public Relations
Shannon Hessen has gained valuable experience through various internships in the field of public relations. She interned at Moon and Lola in 2014 for three months and at Michele Marie PR in 2016 for two months. In 2018, she worked as a Creative Communications Intern at Lilly Pulitzer for two months. These roles provided her with foundational skills and insights into the public relations industry.
International Experience in Brand Development
In 2015, Shannon Hessen completed a month-long internship at Condé Nast International in the Paris Area, France, focusing on brand development. This experience allowed her to gain international exposure and understand global brand strategies, contributing to her overall expertise in public relations and communications.