Shannon Waid

Shannon serves as the Director of Outreach and Engagement at the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, bringing energy, care, and a love for building meaningful connections to her work. She’s passionate about creating spaces where those impacted by epilepsy feel supported, informed, and fully seen, so no one faces epilepsy alone.

With a background in healthcare, public relations, outreach, and nonprofit leadership, Shannon combines strategic insight with heartfelt care. As a mother of a daughter with a history of epilepsy, she brings a personal perspective that drives her commitment to advocacy, education, and community-centered programs.

A self-proclaimed “camp kid at heart,” Shannon finds one of her greatest joys in leading the Foundation’s Camp experiences. For her, camp isn’t just a summer tradition – it’s transformative! It’s where campers discover their strengths, build confidence, feel seen, and experience the magic of true belonging.

Her passion for connection is deeply personal. When her daughter was diagnosed with epilepsy at just 11 weeks old, Shannon didn’t even know the Foundation existed. Years later, she discovered the community, resources, and support she had been searching for all along, an experience that inspires her every day to help others find that same sense of belonging.

When she’s not out in communities across Michigan, Shannon can be found embracing adventure, whether it’s exploring new places, soaking up the outdoors (especially by a lake), camping, or enjoying time with her chosen family. She calls New Boston home with her husband and two kids, where laughter, game nights, and a little bit of chaos are always on the agenda.