Shannon Gilbert is a President and CEO at Oklahoma Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain. They is proficient in French. Colleagues describe them as "Shannon is an extraordinary fundraiser who brings a positive attitude and a creative thought process to everything she does. Since first working with her at the Madison Symphony Orchestra almost ten years ago she has been my primary recommendation to all clients and colleagues seeking a skilled fundraising professional. I have always been amazed by Shannon's comfort working in new and unfamiliar areas. I know that I can hire her to work with me for any client, regardless of their mission, to create a successful case for support. Shannon's skills as a writer are also exceptional. I trust her with editing my narratives, value her critiques, and often hire her to assist with my workload during heavier periods. Shannon strives for excellence, understands the importance of timeliness in a deadline driven profession, and is exceptional at engaging with donors face-to-face. I am thrilled to see her doing so well in her career and look forward to many more years of working with her. " and "Shannon is fantastic! Great writer, rocket-fast at picking up new information, proactive, smart, and really great to work with. I wish she would have stayed at WPT. "