Shannon Gallagher is a former educator with a passion for making an impact on her community. She joined AHBA in 2024 as a project specialist. Gallagher spearheaded the most successful Home and Garden Show to date. She connected AHBA members with high school students through the AHBA-ASD Workforce Development Initiative, which led to AHBA’s first summer internship program. She also coordinated the Shoebox Program, which brought Christmas gifts to hundreds of ASD students. Gallagher was promoted to CEO in October 2025. 

 

Gallagher is a lifelong Alaska native who cares about her neighbors and believes that stronger communities create a better Alaska. Originally from Sand Point, Alaska and a member of the Qagan Tayagungin Tribe, Gallagher has called Anchorage home since 1998. Gallagher loves exploring her home state, navigating the adventures of being a mom to a teenage son and a good cup of coffee.