Meet Our Team
At Shoemaker Insurance Solutions, we've built our team with individuals who have the highest standards for client communication and servicing. No matter who you interact with at Shoemaker Insurance Solutions, you'll have the best experience possible.
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Shannon Dyson
Shannon was born and raised in Memphis, TN and went to the University of Tennessee. (During the good football years #PeytonManning)
He is married to Jill and they have 3 boys. He enjoys play golf, traveling, watching UT Football and Tiger Basketball. He understands that the combination of cheering for UT Football and Tiger basketball is offensive to some people, and he is Ok with that.
He is an active member at Hope Presbyterian church where he serves as an Elder.
Shannon has been with Shoemaker for 11 years and currently heads up the Shoemaker Insurance Solutions division of Shoemaker Financial. He spent most of his career in the Group Employee Benefits side of the business but now enjoys leading a team of producers in Group Benefits, Commercial P&C, and Home and Auto Insurance.
Emily Breen
Emily joined Shoemaker in 2013 as an Employee Benefits Account Manager with Shoemaker Benefits. In 2018, she was an integral part of the transition into the new, expanded division of Shoemaker Insurance Solutions. She is a licensed Life and Health agent, working closely with clients to implement new business and coordinating renewals for existing clients. Additionally, she problem solves for clients and serves as a liaison between customers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to ensure the benefits programs for our clients run smoothly.
Born and raised in Memphis, Emily graduated from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication. Both she and her husband, Justin, are proud alumni of the University of Memphis and supporters of Tiger Athletics. Emily and Justin live in Collierville with their 2 boys, Logan and Luke, and their 2 dogs. They are avid travelers and enjoy home renovation projects and weekends at Greers Ferry Lake in Arkansas. They are also active members of Church of the Holy Communion, an Episcopal parish in the heart of Memphis.
Dane Williams
Dane is Tennessee native who has lived in Shelby County for his entire life. Currently he calls Germantown home with two daughters Georgia Kate and Scarlett. As a proud University of Memphis alum, you can often find him rooting for the Tigers at the Liberty Bowl or the FedExForum.
He served as a financial advisor at Shoemaker Financial during his first 5 years with the firm and spent the last 2 years training the firm's new advisors. His advising practice had a focus on helping individuals make sound financial decisions to set themselves and their families up to live the life they desired.
In 2018, Dane shifted into another role within Shoemaker by helping launch new initiatives within Shoemaker Insurance Solutions. As an Insurance Advisor, he helps clients secure home, auto, and liability insurance by looking at it through the lens of financial planning. The goal is to utilize Shoemaker's 40 years of experience in financial planning and translate that into a more comprehensive look into home and auto insurance. Dane aims to help individuals and their families by protecting their financial futures through careful planning so they are prepared in the event that disaster strikes their household.
Claire Greene
Claire is a Memphis native and doesn’t plan on leaving the 901 anytime soon. She is a proud University of Memphis alum—go Tigers go! She enjoys spending as much time as possible with her family and friends—especially her sweet baby niece. Claire enjoys watching and discussing movies and secretly used to dream of being a film critic. She has a rescue pup named Conley, and they enjoy time spent playing at the dog park. (Fun fact: Conley was named after former Memphis Grizzlies player Mike Conley) Claire serves as a Group Benefits Specialist at Shoemaker Insurance Solutions. In this role, she works with businesses to develop an employee benefits strategy to meet the insurance needs of the organization; and then works with them throughout the year to help manage their policy(ies). Claire also works with Medicare clientele, helping individuals navigate and select the proper plans. Claire loves being a part of the Shoemaker team because it gives clients an opportunity to have all their insurance and financial needs managed under one roof.
Jonathan Jewell
Jonathan joined Shoemaker Insurance Solutions in 2022 as an Insurance Advisor specializing in home and auto insurance after 19 years with the City of Bartlett. His goal is to guide his policyholders through the insurance maze by making them aware of their risk exposures and providing peace of mind with policies that fit their needs and provide proper coverage.
A lifelong Memphian, Jonathan grew up in the Bartlett area and attended Christian Brothers High School. He and his wife, Natalie, are proud parents to three children: sons Cannon and Carson and daughter Colbie. His interests include watching his boys play competitive baseball for Easley Baseball Club, cheering for the Tennessee Vols, fishing, and being with his family. He is also an active member of St. Louis Catholic Church and coaches the middle school baseball team for St. Louis Catholic School.
Katie Abart
Katie, a proud native Memphian, joined Shoemaker Insurance Solutions in 2022 as a dedicated Insurance Advisor, specializing in home, auto, life, and health.
A graduate of the University of Memphis with a degree in marketing and sales, Katie's early career in insurance began immediately after college. She obtained her insurance license and spent six years honing her skills in a captive insurance agency. During this time, she developed a deep understanding of the intricacies of the industry and a commitment to providing exceptional service to her clients.
Married to her high school sweetheart, Jacob, Katie took a hiatus from the corporate world to focus on raising their four boys. During the next decade, she channeled her entrepreneurial spirit into building a successful home-based business. Her ability to balance family life and entrepreneurship underscored her resilience and determination.
As her youngest child transitioned to school full time, Katie eagerly returned to the world of insurance, fueled by a passion for helping others and a desire to add value to her clients' lives. At Shoemaker Insurance Solutions, Katie's primary goal is to guide policyholders through the insurance maze, ensuring they are well-informed about their risk exposures. Her approach centers on providing peace of mind through policies tailored to meet individual needs and deliver comprehensive coverage.
Katie's personal and professional experiences uniquely position her to relate to clients on a deeper level. She understands the importance of family, security, and financial well-being, and she brings this perspective to every client interaction.
When Katie isn’t at the office or out and about networking you can find her volunteering at their church and school or on a baseball field watching her boys play for their competitive baseball organizations. She also loves spending time with family and friends and traveling.
With a passion for service, a diverse skill set, and a commitment to excellence, Katie is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of her clients. Her mission is to empower policyholders with the knowledge and coverage they need to face the future with confidence.
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Amanda Brace
Amanda grew up in a small town in Alabama and moved to Memphis in the spring of 2022 from Florida, where she was a high school science teacher. She studied Anthropology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and has participated in various archaeological excavations in states like California and Alabama. She is excited to be in Memphis with her best friend, their three cats and their dog, Mora. Amanda enjoys being out in nature and spending time with her friends and family- but is also known for loving a good couch day where she can binge her favorite shows or play video games.
Amanda joined the insurance world in 2023 as a licensed Health and Life producer, where she quickly found her home as an Employee Benefits Account Specialist with Shoemaker Insurance. Now, she works closely with clients, co-workers, and carriers to manage group administration needs, assist new and existing groups with their benefit renewals, and troubleshoot any issues that may arise. Amanda loves a challenge and is thrilled to be in a setting where she feels she can really help people.
Ali Lewis
Ali recently graduated from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville (Go Vols!) with a degree in Psychology. Hailing from the suburbs of Nashville, she's now making Midtown Memphis her home.Ali is not just a fresh face; she's a licensed P&C agent, passionate about helping people and tackling challenges. When she's not busy at Shoemaker, you can find Ali reading thriller novels, baking up a storm, or enjoying quality time with her beagle, Jasper as well as her friends and family.