Shannon Lumber Group Adds Two Staff, Promotes One

Jan 12, 2015

The Shannon Lumber Group, owners of Shamrock Plank Flooring (Memphis), recently made three staffing decisions.

Lisa Darnell is the new human resources director for the Shannon Lumber Group. She brings 22 years of human resources and insurance experience in industries ranging from casinos to commercial insurance.

Lisa Garvey is Shannon Lumber Group's director of marketing and special events. She has experience in special events, including the Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement, Emmy Foundation events, Academy Awards and studio events.

Daniel Goodspeed was promoted from within Shannon Lumber Group to chief financial officer. He has 20 years of accounting and financial experience.

The trio will be working with all divisions of Shannon Lumber Group, including Shamrock Plank Flooring.

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