Shanna is the Director of Operations and Membership at the New Jersey Public Charter Schools Association. In this role, she oversees the operational infrastructure and leads membership engagement efforts across the state. Her work includes managing administrative functions, coordinating member services, and supporting the organization’s professional development and technical assistance initiatives for charter school leaders and staff.

Prior to joining NJPCSA, Shanna led a consulting practice specializing in grant writing and nonprofit development, supporting education-focused organizations in building capacity and securing funding.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and holds certificates in Policy Advocacy and Women’s Entrepreneurship from Cornell University.

Shanna believes all students have the right to a high-quality public education, regardless of where they live or the resources they have.

Outside of work, she enjoys reading dystopian novels, baking bread, and finding quiet coffee shops to read or write.