Shawn has dedicated his life to improving his community and the lives of those within it. He began this journey as a Boy Scout, learning early in life that giving back to the greater good is a legacy worth fighting for. When he was 19 years old, Shawn enlisted in the United States Army. He also volunteered for active duty in the United States Army after the terrorist attacks of 9/11. He served in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps and he successfully prosecuted multiple cases against sexual predators and served on the Fort Stewart Sexual Assault Victims Advocacy Board. 

     Shawn is a veteran of the Iraq War, having deployed with the Third Infantry Division to Iraq as part of the surge forces in 2007. Since being Honorably Discharged from the United States Army, Shawn has continued to serve his community. He has volunteered in numerous charitable and civic organizations, has coached little league soccer, and has served in leadership positions within his neighborhood associations and his local VFW Post.

     Shawn is a graduate of Berea College, a Christian school located in Kentucky, and earned his law degree from the Saint Louis University School of Law. Prior to law school, Shawn worked as Communications Director for a member of the United States Congress and in that same capacity for the President of the Kentucky State Senate. He is the father of two children, attends Seacoast Church, and resides on Daniel Island.

     You can contribute below or send a check to Committee to Elect Shawn, 184 Scott Street, Charleston, SC 29492.