Shelley Lowery Manos is a Sales Manager and part-owner of Continental Chemicals, LLC, one of the largest privately held Native American businesses in the United States. She resides in Greenville, SC, where she lives with her teenage children and their dog Bernedoodle, a lively presence that keeps her both happy and busy.

Shelley first met Dave Johnson in the late eighties at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). His love for animals was both undeniable and infectious. Nearly 40 years later, Shelley's family serendipitously attended one of his presentations at the Denver Zoo, rekindling their friendship. This re-connection eventually led her to an enriching trip to South Africa with KACF in 2023 and sparked her interest in joining the KACF team.

As a proud member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, Shelley actively participates in tribal and cultural awareness events within her community. She cherishes opportunities to share her heritage and promote diversity to elementary, middle, and high school students.

In her leisure time, Shelley enjoys gardening, playing the piano and guitar, watching her children play baseball and softball, and traveling. With visits to 15 countries under her belt, she hopes her love for nature, people, culture, and conservation will lead to even more adventures.