Shannon Ardo SHRM-CP is an experienced talent management and organizational development professional with a strong background in strategic HR initiatives across multiple industries. Currently serving as Talent Strategy Principal at Starbucks, Shannon manages succession planning for executive roles and collaborates with cross-functional teams on organizational design and talent development. Previous roles include Director of Talent Management and Development at Wayfair, where Shannon led business transformation initiatives, and Global HR Project Manager for IKEA, successfully overseeing a significant merger and acquisition project. In addition to corporate roles, Shannon has served on the advisory board for KANNY and has experience as a certified yoga instructor and executive leadership coach, emphasizing personal development and effective leadership strategies.