We are a small team of talented professionals with a wide range of skills and experience. We love what we do, and we do it with passion. We look forward to working with you.
Megan Shank, Owner
Meet Megan Shank; the owner and drive behind The Shank Shoppe. She was dedicated to the dental corporate world for over a decade and absolutely loved her challenging and rewarding role as the Quality Control Manager for a corporate dental office. When she and her husband were faced with a long list of medical obstacles surrounding their daughter’s birth, it became more and more apparent over time that Megan needed to be home to juggle countless specialists appointments/therapies and care for their daughter. Pairing that with the recent pandemic, Megan quickly switched roles and became a stay at home mom and never looked back. Both of the Shank kiddos have special needs in various ways. Being a SAHM has been a huge privilege.
Her creative and artistic side really took a back seat once John and Megan began starting their family. The combination of becoming a SAHM and the official launch of The Shank Shoppe has allowed the her creativity to take on a new adventure and create custom one of kind pieces from apparel to ornaments to home decor and more. Organizing her own events and markets took a front seat when she found that existing local markets seemed focused on everything but the vendors. With her wide range of experience, she jumped in with two feet to show vendors it could be done differently. Events have always been a true passion as they celebrate so many talented people which is one of Megan’s truest joys.
Megan lives with her husband John and their two children in Lancaster County.
Favorite color: yellow
Favorite food: three way tie between … pasta … burritos … pickles
Next Adventure on the list: publishing her first book.
One Word to Describe Her: Ambitious
Sean Creegan, Operations Team Lead
Meet Sean Creegan; Megan’s left hand. Sean is able to see any project through from start to finish no matter how minuscule or grand it might seem. He is able to work with and lead any group of people which is a trait he learned first hand from his sister, Megan. His ability to adapt and learn in the moment makes him a valuable asset when troubleshooting and overcoming any issues that may arise.
His managerial role with a medicinal dispensary demonstrates his ability to lead with intention, retain his team and educate patients with ease. All of these qualities roll into his role here at The Shank Shoppe. Sean oversees set up, trouble shooting, volunteers, their tasks and education while they participate in our markets.
Sean recently relocated to the Lancaster area.
Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Food: French Dip Sandwich
Next Adventure: visiting our Dads’ new home in Massachusetts
One Word to Describe Him: calm
Allison Lacy, Day of Operations
Meet Allison Lacy; Megan’s right hand. She is a powerhouse in execution and teaching others each step of the way. Her heart is equal parts Mama and Artist. Her passions are shown in every piece of artwork she creates. She can be seen at every market tackling set up, day of operations, raffles, tear down and more!
Allison is a SAHM and in her spare time, she owns and operates her company Lavender & Co which has been showcased at local venues including Deerfoot Downtown and the Lititz Outdoor Fine Art Show. She was recently the showcased artist at Prince Street Cafe in Lancaster, PA for July 2023. You can see her artwork currently during March and April 2024 at Deerfoot downtown for the second year in a row located in Lancaster, PA.
Allison and her family are located in Lancaster County, PA.
Favorite Color: Sage Green
Favorite Food: all the food?!… dark chocolate, maybe.
Next Adventure: home renovations
One word to describe her: Creative
Jan Shank, Welcome Team
Meet Jan Shank; our Welcome Team! She not only greets every vendor with a smile at every market but she also troubleshoots with ease, maintains our welcome tent and provides guidance to all of our vendors. Behind the scenes, she is often found making vendor badges, welcome bags, tote bags for our guests and more! Jan is Megan’s mother in law.
Jan is a proud Nanny to her four grandchild; Jasiah, Izaiah, Ellie, & Liam. She and her husband Tony love the Columbia, PA community where they live with their many Great Danes.
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Food: Pot Pie
Next Adventure: continuing to support and transport for local Great Dane rescues
One word to describe her: Loud
Volunteers
We have an outstanding group of volunteers that help make every market run smoothly and efficiently. Many of our volunteers are family, extended family or fantastic family friends. We also have many students volunteer primarily from Hempfield High School’s Anchor Club but also from Manheim Central, Donegal High School and Middle School, Lebanon Valley College, and Columbia High School.
We are always looking for additional sets of hands to help! Please email theshankshoppe@gmail.com for more information.
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