Shannon Latham
Shannon Latham | |
|---|---|
55th district | |
| Assumed office January 11, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Linda Upmeyer |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | John Latham |
| Relations | Tom Latham |
| Education | Iowa State University (BS) University of Iowa (MBA) |
Shannon Latham is an American politician serving as a member of the
55th
district. Elected in November 2020, she assumed office on January 11, 2021.
Education
Latham earned a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural journalism, public service, and administration in agriculture from Iowa State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Iowa.[1]
Career
Latham began her career as a lobbyist, eventually working as director of legislative affairs for the
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Latham has also worked as a public relations specialist for Meyocks & Priebe Advertising. In 2018, Latham ran for 27th district in the Iowa Senate, losing narrowly to Amanda Ragan.[2] Latham was elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in November 2020 and assumed office in January 2021. She is vice chair of the House Appropriations Committee.[3]
Personal life
Latham is married to John Latham, the nephew of former Congressman Tom Latham.[4]
References
- ^ "25 Things about Shannon Latham". Latham Hi-Tech Seeds. 2016-02-01. Retrieved 2021-06-12.
- ^ McNett, Jared. "Sheffield resident Shannon Latham announces run for Upmeyer House seat". Globe Gazette | Mason City, Iowa | globegazette.com. Retrieved 2021-06-12.
- ^ "Shannon Latham". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2021-06-12.
- ^ Skipper, John. "Sheffield Republican enters race to unseat Ragan in 2018". Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier. Retrieved 2021-06-12.