Shannon M Whitaker

Shannon M Whitaker is an experienced professional currently serving as a Philosopher of Mindfulness and Secular Buddhism at Dharma PhD since August 2020. At MindSciences, Inc., since February 2020, Shannon facilitates community support for the Unwinding Anxiety program, assisting users through online interactions and sessions. As the Founder and Mindfulness Facilitator at Cultivate.gg since September 2018, Shannon teaches mindfulness classes aimed at reducing stress for professionals. Previously, Shannon amassed diverse experience as a Captain and Freelance Helicopter Pilot from 2014 to 2018, and held various roles, including Finance Manager and Helicopter Pilot, within the U.S. Coast Guard from 2003 to 2014. Shannon's early career includes positions such as Fisheries Biologist at the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and Environmental Scientist at CB&I. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from The American University of Paris and a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Pre-Med focus and Marine Science majors from the University of Tampa, along with various certifications and workshops in the field of education and creativity.