Shaun Barnes

About Shaun Barnes

Corporate Communications manager with experience in Community Development and Public Relations. I have a demonstrated history of working in the telecommunications industry. My focus is on connecting and balancing our corporate vision with the community\'s needs and voice. Skilled in analysis, team building, conflict resolution, and public speaking. Strong community and social services professional with a B. A. in Psychology from Clemson University.

Experience

1. Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs

   Comporium

   Feb 2026 — Present · Rock Hill, SC, US

   The role provides enterprise-level leadership across corporate communications, public affairs, community relations, and business development. Responsibilities include executive oversight of External Relations, Business Development, Wireless Planning and Development, and Carrier Relations, as well as serving as a senior corporate spokesperson.The position also partners closely with Shareholder Services to align shareholder communications and philanthropic priorities and leads the strategy and stewardship of the Comporium Foundation. The role represents Comporium with community leaders, economic development organizations, and public-sector partners across the Carolinas, supporting broadband expansion, business growth, and long-term community investment.

Education

• Clemson University

  Bachelor of the Arts, Psychology

  2002 — 2004

• York Technical College

  College transfer program, College Transfer Program

  2001 — 2002

• Winthrop University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2018 — 2020

Skills

• Ms Office Suite
• Research
• Outlook
• Voip
• Business Process Improvement
• Team Building
• Time Management
• Wireless
• Data Analysis
• Contact Centers
• Public Speaking
• Training
• Customer Service
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Call Centers
• Contract Negotiation
• Team Leadership
• Process Improvement
• Account Management
• Change Management
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• System Administration
• Project Management
• Troubleshooting
• Software Documentation
• Project Planning
• Telecommunications
• Analysis