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Shannon Cronin

@shannoncronin

Applied anthropologist and researcher who evaluated earthquake recovery programs and turned findings into actionable recommendations.

United States
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At Lumanti Support Group for Shelter, I evaluated a post-disaster earthquake reconstruction program using interviews, field studies, and network analysis. I translated the findings into recommendations for program improvements.

At Upwards, I developed grant proposals and program documentation, and created a library of reusable materials to streamline proposal development. My work spans applied research, community services, and disaster recovery, including UX research at Perot Museum of Nature and Science.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

UP

Technical Writer

Upwards

Nov 2023 - Oct 2025 (1 year 11 months)

• Developed grant proposals, securing funding from CDBG, DoD, and employer partners.
• Created clear, persuasive documentation explaining program operations, impact data, and
platform tools for funders and users.
• Created and maintained a content library with templates and reusable materials to streamline
proposal development.
• Drafted program documentation such as intake workflows, elig

CI

Analyst

Civix

Oct 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Leveraged analytical and strategic thinking to coordinate research projects, focusing on federal and state grants, delivering real-world value to stakeholders.
Advised clients on project planning, acquisition, and implementation of grant funds.
Managed the data collection, analysis, and visualization processes, positioning the projects for growth and quality improvement.
Authored comprehensive

UA

Community Information Manager

United Way for Greater Austin

Jun 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 4 months)

Managed resource planning and community engagement, resulting in enhanced partnerships and more effective marketing.
Conducted extensive community services data analysis, informing comprehensive resource information and identifying new outreach opportunities.
Strengthened and maintained relationships with various stakeholders, aligning strategic communication with policy priorities for system ch

The Salvation Army logoTA

Services Manager

May 2020 - Jun 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Led social services program across Missouri and Illinois, recruiting and supervising staff and providing project direction and oversight.
Provided strategic guidance and leadership for long-term recovery projects, advancing policy goals and articulating value to stakeholders.
Successfully acquired local, state, and federal grants totalling over $3 million for services, demonstrating capabilities

ST

Co-Chair

Society for Applied Anthropology Podcast Team

Oct 2018 - Aug 2020 (1 year 10 months)

Oversight of 20 conference session recordings per year at the SfAA Annual meetings to provide public access. Coordination with Advisory Board and team, scheduling and managing session recordings, survey design, and maintenance of podcast project website content.

LS

Researcher

Lumanti Support Group for Shelter

Mar 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year 3 months)

Designed and conducted evaluation of post-disaster earthquake reconstruction program, translating the results into actionable strategies and program enhancements.
Employed a variety of methods including interviews, field studies, and network analysis.
Developed recommendations for programmatic improvements.

University of North Texas logoUT

Graduate Research Assistant

Sep 2019 - May 2020 (8 months)

Developed digital language archive for two indigenous communities in Northeast India
Conducted interviews, focus groups, community discussions, and trainings with collaborators
and communities.

University of North Texas logoUT

Instructional Assistant

Aug 2018 - May 2020 (1 year 9 months)

Worked as Instructional Assistant at University of North Texas.

PS

UX Researcher

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Oct 2019 - Mar 2020 (5 months)

Worked with the evaluation team to survey user experience of the museum as a whole as well as singular exhibits. Created, distributed, and analyzed user experience surveys.

SR

Operations Manager

ST. BERNARD PROJECT, Texas Recovery

Feb 2015 - Jun 2016 (1 year 4 months)

Oversaw successful disaster recovery operation in central Texas, rebuilding homes for disaster-impacted low-income families.
Managed the rehabilitation of 18 flood-damaged homes and performed long-term case management for over 30 families.
Maintained relationships with NGOs, municipal and federal representatives, and corporate funders for effective project delivery.
Led, trained, and managed a t

SP

Supply and Logistics Coordinator

St. Bernard Project

Apr 2014 - Feb 2015 (10 months)

Worked as Supply and Logistics Coordinator at St. Bernard Project.

TI

Crew Leader

The Great Basin Institute

May 2013 - Sep 2013 (4 months)

Worked as Crew Leader at The Great Basin Institute.

TI

Nevada Conservation Corps Crew Member

The Great Basin Institute

Sep 2012 - May 2013 (8 months)

Worked as Nevada Conservation Corps Crew Member at The Great Basin Institute.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UT

University of North Texas

Master of Science - MS, Applied Anthropology

SU

Southern Illinois University

B.S, Anthropology

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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