Dan Keeffe

Dan Keeffe has over 20 years of work experience, primarily in the field of education and engagement in museums and zoos. Dan has held various roles at different organizations in Los Angeles, including the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.

At the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Dan served as the Director of Learning & Engagement, where they led efforts to develop digital programs during the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasized community, safety, and inclusion. Dan also worked as the Director of Education and as the Manager of Informal Programs during their time at the zoo.

Prior to their work at the zoo, Dan was the Manager of Interpretation and Training at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Dan also worked as the Discovery Center Supervisor at the same museum.

Before entering the museum and zoo field, Dan worked as a Customer Service Manager at Planware Systems, LLC.

Overall, Dan's work experience demonstrates their expertise in educational programming, engagement, and leadership within the museum and zoo industry.

Dan Keeffe earned a Master of Science in Education with a field of study in Leadership in Museum Education from the Bank Street College of Education from 2015 to 2017. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geology/Geophysics from Western Washington University, completing their degree from 1997 to 2001. Additionally, Dan holds certifications as a Certified Interpretive Guide and a Certified Interpretive Trainer from the National Association for Interpretation.