Dayann Kurtzman-Shepherd

Dayann Kurtzman-Shepherd has extensive work experience in various roles and industries. Currently, they are the Human Resources Director at City Net Homeless Services and Kingdom Causes Inc, starting in January 2021. Prior to this, they served as the President of Upswing Group since May 2016, where they helped elevate nonprofits by providing support in areas such as data analysis, program evaluation, and human resources. Dayann also worked as a Freelance/Contracted Translator since May 2005, translating materials for non-profit organizations in a culturally sensitive manner. In their previous roles, they held positions such as Resource and Community Coordination Manager at 2-1-1 Orange County, Administrative Support to the Directors of Student Life and Housing at Hope International University, and Program Development Intern to the Directors at Niños de Baja.

Dayann Kurtzman-Shepherd obtained their Bachelor of Arts degree in Intercultural Studies with a concentration in Latin American Studies from Hope International University. Additionally, they had an additional focus on Child, Family, and Community during their time at the university. In 2010, they obtained a certification as a Certified Resource Specialist from the Alliance of Information and Referral Systems.