Shawn McQueen

Shawn’s career and lived experience make her an ideal leader for Global Santa Fe. A two-time exchange student, she has dedicated more than 25 years to the nonprofit sector. She describes her greatest joy as “engaging across cultures and building meaningful relationships.”
Shawn not only brings passion for the mission of Global Santa Fe but also the experience needed to help the organization reach the next level. Having worked for international organizations, she has traveled extensively and built a global network. As a resident of Lamy, she has cultivated many local relationships, including those formed during her tenure as Executive Director of the International Folk Art Market.
A passionate advocate for global understanding and lifelong learning, Shawn earned her MBA from Oxford University’s Säid Business School in 2019.