Miss Shannan Paul

We were so fortunate to have Miss Shannon Paul as our emcee for the fourth year in a row for the NAWBO-MN Hall of Fame.  Miss Shannon brought incredible energy, professionalism, and warmth to the stage—keeping the evening flowing beautifully while making every honoree and award winner feel special.

Beyond her outstanding performance as emcee, Shannon was instrumental in helping us navigate our Catalyst Fundraising segment. Her enthusiasm and natural ability to connect with the audience inspired generosity and engagement throughout the night.  She took personal interest and time to help us integrate this section into an already packed program to help everything flow seamlessly.  She’s a true professional.

Shannon’s blend of humor, heart, and expertise made a huge difference in the success of our event. We are deeply grateful for her partnership and can’t wait to work with her again! 

Thanks again Miss Shannon, we are so lucky to have you as part of our sisterhood!

Working with Shannan Paul for our Haiti Outreach Fall Leadership Lunch was an absolute game-changer. What stood out most was her genuine investment in our mission from day one. She didn’t just show up to emcee an event—she took time to understand Haiti Outreach’s distinctive coaching approach to community development and made our cause her own. Her preparation and availability leading up to October 23rd were exceptional; she was always just a call or email away, ready to collaborate on any detail we needed to refine.

Shannan’s hosting and auctioneering directly contributed to making our first-ever lunch event a resounding success. I’ll admit I was nervous about transitioning from our traditional gala format to a midday lunch, but Shannan’s expertise completely put those concerns to rest. We raised more than we had in years—a result that exceeded our expectations and validated this new direction. She struck the perfect balance between professionalism and warmth, creating an atmosphere that was both engaging and purposeful. Her energy was infectious, and she had a remarkable ability to connect with our guests authentically—multiple attendees commented that she felt like she’d been part of the Haiti Outreach family for years rather than someone we’d brought in for the event.

I would recommend Shannan without hesitation. She brings more than technical skill to the table; she brings heart, preparation, and a genuine passion for helping organizations like ours succeed. If you’re looking for someone who will elevate your fundraising event while honoring your mission and connecting authentically with your community, Shannan Paul is your person. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

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I would recommend any and every organization hire Miss Shannan to host and auction their event. Your event is not just another night for her to dress up and talk into a mic.  She takes her time and gets to know the people and the mission behind what you do and why you are gathering. We saw record-breaking numbers two years in a row with Miss Shannan at the helm. The first year was impressive, but the second year was unbelievable.  She kept reminding all of our event attendees just why we were in the room and why their dollars mattered. It made all the difference. And yes, she will be back for a third year!

I highly recommend Miss Shannan for any event. She is incredibly adaptable and does an excellent job understanding the audience, event goals, and organizational mission. Shannan brings tremendous passion and energy to every event. She communicates in a way that makes audiences feel seen and celebrated, building community the moment she steps on stage.  Behind the scenes, she brings a calming presence to planners and partners, ensures all event elements are seamlessly woven together, and makes speakers feel comfortable and confident before they go on stage.