John A. Shannon

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VP Data Science & Insights, AI Innovation at Capital Power

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Overview

John is a data science executive with over 20 years of experience driving impact in the energy, software, and financial sectors. As VP of Data Science & Insights at Capital Power, he leads AI and analytics initiatives. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary and is described as a "key innovator. "

With a passion for global impact, John has led international development projects, including a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation initiative in Africa, and has interests in the UN and UNDP. He mentors the next generation of leaders, serving as a judge and alum for Enactus Canada, a student entrepreneurship organization.

He was recently named one of CDO Magazine’s Top 50 Data Changemakers in the Energy Sector for 2025.

Personality Overview

ROI Driven

Thorough Evaluator

Precise But Practical

They do not care very much about building rapport or relationships.  They are less concerned about the product and more about its potential impact. They respond better to strong and respectful interactions.

Topics They Care About

AI in Energy
He leads AI innovation at Capital Power and was named a Top 50 Data Changemaker in the energy sector, often speaking on the topic.
Global Development
His background includes leading a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation project in Africa and holding interests in the UN and UNDP.
Mentoring Youth
As an Enactus alum, he actively gives back by judging competitions for student entrepreneurs, supporting the next generation of leaders.

Media Appearances

Supply Chain Now Radio – Episode 252 (featuring John A. Shannon, VP Data Science & Insights, AI Innovation, Capital Power). Featured in Supply Chain Now Radio

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Work History

1-2024
VP Data Science & Insights, AI Innovation at Capital Power
6-2022 - 2-2023
Senior Climate Data, ESG, Carbon Data Platform Development Advisor at The Carlyle Group
11-2019 - 12-2023
Senior Director Data Science and Insights, Director Financial Applications at Snow Software
9-2018 - 11-2019
Global Financial Applications Technical Lead at Snow Software
5-2016 - 6-2017
Senior Business Analyst, Tech Lead & Project Manager - AVADAR Polio at Novel-T Sàrl

Education

1995 - 1999
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from Haskayne School of Business
1993 - 1999
Bachelor of Commerce from University of Calgary

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Insights For Selling To John A.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get to the point quickly instead of spending time doing small talk
  • Objectively showcase the impact that your product creates
  • Make sure that you circle back fast on any action items, it wins their trust

DONT's

  • Avoid being a storyteller and don’t try to oversell
  • Don’t focus on process and rules, give the impression of being a ‘gets it done’ person
  • Do not back off when challenged, respond with a confident, objective answer instead

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with John A. is

  • Conviction around the impact matters the most to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from John A.

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no without any hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will John A. move?

  • If convinced, they can reach decisions quite fast.
  • Can John A. take some risk or not?

  • They do not shy away from taking risks, but can be quite binary about them.

You And John A.

Personality Compatibility


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