Deanna Keener

Deanna Keener has extensive experience in small business development and economic growth, currently serving as the Director at Greenriver Community College since 1999, where Deanna developed the Small Business Assistance Program and expanded offerings for community economic development. In addition, Deanna has been Director at the Association of Small Business Development Centers since March 2000, facilitating rapid growth and financing access for companies. Previous roles include Business Development Advisor and Director in the Small Business Assistance Center at Green River Community College, and CEO of the Artisan Craft Distilling Institute, where specialty training programs were evolved for craft distillers. Deanna's career began at Sterling Savings Bank as a Lender, providing business development and lending services. Deanna holds a Bachelor's degree in Cultural Anthropology from Pacific Lutheran University.