Dana Nathanson

Dana Nathanson is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategy, public affairs, and creative design. Currently serving as Associate Director at Initiative since April 2021, Dana has held various roles including Manager of Strategy and Strategist. Prior experience includes a position on the Advisory Board at We Are Next and a Public Affairs Specialist role at the Bureau of Land Management. Dana also interned at NCO Creative LLC, supporting the sale of contemporary Cuban art, and contributed to research projects at the University of Michigan, analyzing language and group dynamics. Dana holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communications and Media Studies and Spanish Language, Literature and Culture, along with a minor in Art and Design from the University of Michigan and additional studies at Universidad Complutense de Madrid.