Biography
Shonna’s career in safety and health was launched by earning a baccalaureate degree in the field followed by a master’s degree in Industrial & Labor Relations. She has worked in various industries, including manufacturing, construction, mining, oil and gas (O&G), and environmental engineering. Her commitment to safety is evidenced through her exemplary communication skills with employees and management as well as her ability to build safety-focused relationships with clients.
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Shonna embraces new tasks and responsibilities without hesitation. In the O&G fields, she managed multiple sites and was committed to fostering change through communication and employee buy-in of safety initiatives. While working for Mylan, she acted as a liaison between management and the union to ensure safety consensus on both sides. Her diverse educational and work background affords her a unique skillset when communicating with and managing workers.
Education
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MS, West Virginia University, 2005
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BS, Fairmont State University, 2004
Certifications / Licensures
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SafeLand Trained
Work Experience
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2022 to Present – EHS Specialist – Benchmark Safety, Health & Environmental Services
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2018 to 2021 – Safety Manager – Doss Enterprises, LLC
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2014 to 2018 – EHS Professional – Mylan Pharmaceuticals