Shannon Adams is the Vice President of Information Technology at Big Rock Sports, LLC.  Big Rock Sports has its roots in Carteret County and was formerly known as Henry’s Tackle.  The company has seven distribution centers and is the largest wholesale distributor of sporting goods in North America. Shannon is also the Morehead City, NC facility site lead for the company.  The Morehead City office houses most of the company’s administrative functions.

Shannon is a life-time resident of Carteret County and graduate of West Carteret High School, Cape Fear Community College, and Appalachian State University.  He serves on various boards and committees across North Carolina. 

He is passionate about preserving the rich history of the Carteret County area and is the author of several local history books.  He has created websites to document the history of sports in Carteret County as well as digitize and make public most all middle and high school yearbooks ever produced in the area.  His family was previously involved with the EF Foundation for Foreign Study program and hosted three high school exchange students.  His hobbies include running, archiving local history, traveling with his family, and promoting his alma mater, Appalachian State University.  

I am proud to serve as the Local Coordinator for Irreverent Warriors Crystal Coast. I am a Marine Corps Veteran, trained as an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) mechanic (YAT YAS). After my service, I transitioned into Government Contracting, working with other large companies before joining Aeyon. I am the Director of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, responsible for corporate growth, a role I am humbled to hold.

My journey with Irreverent Warriors began in 2021 when a friend introduced me to the hikes. I was searching for camaraderie and a sense of belonging for some time. After returning home from service, I faced personal battles from a series of poor decisions. I didn't know how to heal or where to turn.

Thanks to a great and close friend, I discovered an unconventional yet unconditional form of healing and love through Irreverent Warriors. This experience was transformative, and I realized its profound impact on my mental and emotional well-being. The therapy I received by simply being around others with the same mission in mind, just like being in a supportive company culture, has had a renowned impact on my leadership throughout my personal life, business approach, and home life. As YOUR Local Coordinator, I aim to create a safe space for other veterans to experience this same healing and camaraderie.

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