Shannon Barnett
Life & Leadership Coach
Shannon Bio
Shannon brings emotional depth and gentle strength to PeerLedLife. As a military veteran and lifelong mentor, she has walked through seasons of loss, reinvention, and renewal. Her coaching is rooted in authenticity — helping others find clarity, peace, and purpose through awareness, acceptance, and aligned action.
Shannon is a dynamic leader and strategic coach with over 22 years of military service, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer Four, a rank achieved by only 2% of service members. With a Master’s Degree in Acquisition Management and a Bachelor’s in Business Management, Shannon brings a wealth of experience in leadership, logistics, and organizational strategy to the business.
Her expertise spans coaching, communication, team building, video advertising, data analytics, and financial management, honed through decades of high-level operations and leadership training. Shannon has earned multiple presidential awards, certifications, and military commendations, reflecting her commitment, resilience, and integrity.
Today, she channels her experience into empowering teams, setting clear boundaries, and helping others discover and develop their best qualities. Her direct yet compassionate approach ensures accountability, trust, and excellence across all areas of the business.
Beyond work, Shannon maintains a 20-year Buddhist practice, runs an active hay farm, and dreams of transforming it into a retreat centre.
Fun Fact!
Shannon’s ability to balance precision, leadership, and compassion comes from a life lived across continents — from the discipline of the U.S. Army to the serenity of rural Korea.
Credentials
- Certified Professional Coach (2020)
- Energy Leadership Index Certification (2020)
- Transitions and Leadership Certification (2020)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification (2011)
- Master's Degree in Acquisition Management (2007)
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Management (2005)
Fun Fact!
Shannon’s ability to balance precision, leadership, and compassion comes from a life lived across continents — from the discipline of the U.S. Army to the serenity of rural Korea.
Welcome to Peer Led Life
A place to rediscover your courage.
A community to help you rise.
A journey that starts from within.
This is more than coaching — it’s human-hearted leadership for a changing world.