Shannon Wise

Driven, caring, and resilient, Shannon's knowledge and professionalism is supported by over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit social services sector. Having worked for agencies that serve justice impacted, low to moderate income earners looking for housing, families, and/or those that battle substance and mental health issues, coupled with her own background in recovery and deliverance, her focus has been to teach others the life skills necessary to survive and help them develop the self-esteem and emotional support needed to live strong, independent lives.

A San Francisco native, she received her bachelor’s degree from San Francisco State University in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Creative Arts and a master’s degree in Nonprofit Administration from the University of San Francisco. She and her peers went on to cofound a women's empowerment program, Solutions for Women.

She currently works for the Felton Institute and serves as the Program Director. Ms. Wise is a CalMHSA (California Mental Health Services Act) certified peer support specialist, a licensed insurance agent and a HUD certified housing counselor.