Shannon Lynn Moulton
Shannon Moulton is the Founder and CEO of Namaste B*tches, a wellness and yoga practice based in Sarasota, Florida, where she specializes in helping clients manage stress and anxiety through yoga, breathwork, meditation, and restorative movement. With a focus on yin and restorative yoga styles, Shannon creates calm, intentional spaces designed to reconnect individuals with themselves and foster emotional well-being. Her approach blends mindfulness, atmosphere, and personalized instruction to provide high-touch, flexible wellness experiences, including private and semi-private sessions, small group classes, and virtual instruction.
Shannon began her professional journey in fashion merchandising, earning a Bachelor of Science from Florida State University, and launched her career with brands like Tommy Hilfiger and Lilly Pulitzer. Over 16 years at Lilly Pulitzer, she progressed from store management to district leadership, earning Store of the Year honors and building a reputation for operational excellence, team mentorship, and leadership. She later transitioned to Clive Daniel Home, overseeing designers and design assistants, before answering her calling in wellness and completing her 200-hour yoga teacher certification, with yin and restorative certifications underway.
Driven by a philosophy that careers can evolve across life’s chapters, Shannon emphasizes reinvention and pursuing work aligned with passion and purpose. Her transition from corporate retail leadership to yoga entrepreneurship reflects a commitment to guiding others through mindfulness, emotional balance, and personal growth. Beyond her wellness practice, she remains engaged in her community through part-time retail work and school support, while actively expanding her client base and exploring opportunities in coaching and wellness product development.
• Certified Yoga Instructor
• Florida State University
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to dedicating myself to helping others manage stress and anxiety through yoga, breathwork, meditation, and mindful, nature-informed practices.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The one thing constant is change. When I was given that advice it changed my perspective and helped me better deal with all the changes that were always happening.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to embrace reinvention: pursue what you love, invest in the training you need, and remember that careers can evolve through multiple chapters of life.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are family, connection, and spending time outdoors, guided by courage, adaptability, and a commitment to purposeful work that serves others.