Dana Mortenson

Dana Mortenson is the Founder in Residence and Co-Founder & CEO of World Savvy, a national education nonprofit dedicated to preparing youth for global citizenship through engagement and professional development. Since July 2002, Dana has led initiatives that equip K-12 students with essential skills for the 21st century. In addition, Dana serves on the board of the Alongside Network, which focuses on equitable care for pediatric illnesses, and the Mortenson Family Foundation, which promotes community-driven approaches for advancing equity. Dana is recognized as an Ashoka Fellow for innovative social entrepreneurship and has contributed to various organizations, including the Mortenson Center in Global Engineering & Resilience and On the Map Records. Educational credentials include a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Connecticut College.