Dana Thacker

Dana Thacker is a data professional currently serving as a Data Wrangler at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield since May 2023. Previously, Dana was a Data Science Peer Mentor at Iowa State University - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences from August 2021 to May 2023, where responsibilities included welcoming new students and preparing informational presentations. Dana also held an internship as a Nationwide Personal Lines Field Product Intern in the summer of 2022 and worked as a Pharmacy Technician at HYVEE PHARMACY from May 2021 to January 2022, focusing on prescription management and patient assistance. Earlier experience includes a role in Dining Staff at The Reserve, providing service to residents in an assisted living facility. Dana holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Data Science from Iowa State University, complemented by a study abroad experience at the University of Limerick.