Shannon has been an absolute key player (pun intended!) in our operations since new ownership took a stronghold in late 2024 at Sandpines Golf Links. A superhero, there is nothing Shannon can’t do!
A pro at reading the greens, Shannon is incredible at everything she does. Learn a little bit more about Shannon & how she got here:
“I began working when I was 16 years old in Seattle for a men’s necktie/dress sock manufacturing company. During the 15+ years I was there, I had the opportunity to learn all facets of accounting: started off filing; left as Controller. While working there full-time, I earned my BA in Business Administration which took me 10 years to accomplish! I knew I had a passion for balancing books and finding those pennies! Thanks Mom!
I would meet my husband, Robert, in 2005 on an annual family trip to Reno. I was living in Washington, and he was living in Texas. I would uproot and move to Texas, and we would marry in 2007. We left Texas, moved to Washington and then moved back to Texas for his job relocation. Upon his retirement, we shipped our things, filled our vehicles and headed West, driving for four days. We settled in Florence 2019 with our beloved Doberman, Abby.
I’ve always worked in the private sector for manufacturing companies. When an opportunity arose to work at FGL, I would find myself in new territory working directly with the public using a Point-of-Sale system! I would begin at the front desk, checking customers in and meeting amazing people.
Once the new owners purchased the course in November 2024, there was an opportunity for me to once again utilize my accounting skills. I still love interacting with customers, so you will find me behind the counter a few days of the week; in addition to maintaining the daily accounting functions.
For over 30 years now, I have been participating in the same football pool. Luck has been on my side a few times…wink, wink. We are Seahawks fans! I like listening to 70s music and working in my yard. I enjoy having my family visit from Washington and exploring new places with them. I also have had the pleasure of running the ladies Thursday group for a few years now. Robert and I both enjoy playing golf. Over the years, we have met so many wonderful people that have become great friends.
Finally, if I have provided each of you with the best possible customer experience while visiting FGL; then, I have met my personal goal.”
Shannon Battraw
Accounting