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Shannon Lanier
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Shannon Lanier has been involved in news since 1997 when he hosted the Emmy Award Winning TV Show, "Real Exchange," in his home town of Cincinnati, Ohio. After graduating from Kent State University with a Master of Arts degree in Electronic Media Production and Media Management, Lanier moved to New York City to be a producer for the CBS2 Morning Show. In addition to News 12, Lanier can also be seen on the nationally syndicated show, “Black Enterprise Business Report.”



As co-author of the Random House book, “Jefferson’s Children: The Story of One American Family,” the 9th generation descendant of President, Thomas Jefferson and his slave Sally Hemings, has spent many years giving keynote speeches and presentations on multiculturalism, race relations, and self empowerment. Although his most recent topics have focused on the Jefferson family, what Lanier enjoys most is empowering people to step out of faith to make a difference in their life and the lives of others.
Shannon Antonio Lanier is a spiritually grounded, energetic, and inspiring young man. He's dedicated his life to not only making a positive and impactful difference in the lives of his family members, but he strives to do the same for everyone he meets.

As co-author of the Random House book, “Jefferson’s Children: The Story of One American Family,” and 9th generation descendant of President, Thomas Jefferson and his slave Sally Hemings, Lanier has spent many years giving keynote speeches and presentations on multiculturalism and race relations. Although his most recent topics have focused on the Jefferson family, what Lanier enjoys most is empowering people to step out of faith to make a difference in their life and the lives of others.

Regardless if he's speaking about creating a new outlook on life, growing through your pain, or secrets to concurring goals, Lanier brings a fun, relatable, and relevant message that’s perfect for all ages and races. As a Black male living the Christian life, this Cincinnati native, loves sharing experiences and techniques to walking with God while surviving the 21st Century.

As a former producer for New York’s CBS Morning Show, and now producer for Black Enterprise Magazine’s nationally syndicated television programs, Lanier knows all too well the troubles, challenges, and reality of our society. But the best part, is his refreshing and motivating outlook.