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Shauna Scarnato is the Senior Content Strategist at Members 1st Federal Credit Union, where she oversees content creation for the blog, newsletter and social media. Prior to joining Members 1st, she worked as a Multimedia Digital Producer at AARP and as a Content Producer at PenFed Credit Union—the third-largest credit union in the country. Shauna began her career as a television news producer and holds a bachelor's degree in communication from La Salle University. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling and staying active—whether it's running, going to the gym or playing ball hockey.
Learn how romance scams work, spot common warning signs and follow simple safety tips to protect your heart and your finances while dating online.
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