She has previously lectured on Social Security disability matters for the National Business Institute. Ms. Cannon also has lectured before attorneys and the public on Social Security issues, wills and estates, and probate. She is a member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives, the Lawyers Association for Women, and the Tennessee and Nashville bar associations. Ms. Cannon earned her B.A. degree from Rhodes College and her J.D. degree from the Nashville School of Law.