Dr. Shannon D. Anderson is the mother of two who has dedicated nearly thirty years to the field of education, serving in a variety of roles. Currently, she is the CEO of Onyx Equity Consulting, where she collaborates with schools to cultivate their ideal cultural environments. In addition to her consulting work, Dr. Anderson is the author of two children’s books, is currently employed in the public-school system, and serves as an adjunct professor at George Mason University. Her book The Encyclopedia of Educational Equity will be published by Corwin in May 2025.