With over 25 years of experience in human resources leadership, Shannon Clark Johnston brings unmatched authority to the stage at the intersection of people, strategy, and workplace transformation. A former Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and the founder of True HR, Shannon continues to work directly with organizations, translating lived leadership experience into powerful, people-first strategies that drive real results.

A dynamic keynote speaker, executive coach, and former Fortune 500 trainer, Shannon has a gift for turning complex challenges into clear, relatable, and inspiring moments. Her talks blend insight, storytelling, and humor to equip audiences with the tools they need to lead with confidence, build resilient teams, and navigate change with clarity.
With an MS in Organizational Leadership, SPHR certification, and professional coaching credentials, Shannon’s content is not only credible—it’s deeply practical. Audiences walk away not just moved, but motivated—with actionable takeaways forged from decades of firsthand leadership experience.

Whether she’s speaking to senior executives, emerging leaders, or entire organizations, Shannon delivers what today’s audiences crave: authentic insight, bold perspective, and strategies that work in the real world.