Shannon Lee Topinka

Shannon Lee Topinka, MBA, PMP, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic planning, project management, and healthcare innovation. As the Founder of the Women's Health Curricula Project, Shannon focuses on integrating sex and gender-based differences into medical education to enhance women's health outcomes. Current roles include Chief Strategist & Founder at The Collaborative Strategists and Director of Member and Volunteer Engagement for the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association, LA Chapter. Previous positions include Chief of Staff at Amgen and Senior Strategic Consultant at IPM Integrated Project Management Company, Inc., where Shannon demonstrated proficiency in leading diverse teams and facilitating strategic initiatives. Educational qualifications include an MBA from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Regina, alongside specialized training in project management and jewelry design.