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Shannon Gilson

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Senior Director, Policy Communications at Apple
📍 Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Shannon Gilson is a results-driven communications strategist with over 15 years of experience, currently serving as a Senior Director of Policy Communications at Apple. Her expertise spans technology, transportation, and economic policy, with a background that includes senior roles at American Airlines and the Federal Communications Commission.

Her distinguished career includes serving as Special Assistant to the President and Director of Cabinet Communications at The White House.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Senior Director, Policy Communications
Job Level
Senior
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Technology Policy
Her career bridges the gap between technology and regulation, with senior roles at both Apple and the Federal Communications Commission, shaping policy narratives.
Corporate Communications
She has led corporate communications and public affairs at major global companies like Apple and American Airlines, managing high-profile issues and messaging.
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Career

Work history

5-2022
Senior Director, Policy Communications
Apple
8-2020 - 5-2022
Managing Director, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs
American Airlines
1-2017 - 8-2020
Director of Public Affairs
American Airlines
12-2013 - 12-2016
Advisor to the Chairman and Communications Director
Federal Communications Commission
5-2012 - 12-2013
Special Assistant to the President and Director of Cabinet Communications
The White House
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UCLA
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