Diana brings more than 15 years of experience helping organizations communicate with clarity, build trust, and create meaningful experiences for the people they serve. Her background spans strategic communications, employee experience, marketing, client relationship management, and community engagement across public-sector organizations, Fortune 100 companies, consulting firms, and mission-driven organizations.

At 23rd Veteran, Diana helps bring the organization’s mission to life through strategic communications, donor engagement, event coordination, and operational support. She enjoys bringing ideas to life by connecting people, purpose, and thoughtful details to create experiences that strengthen community and help veterans, first responders, and their families feel seen, valued, and supported. Her background in employee experience and benefits communications gives her a deep appreciation for the intersection of well-being, purpose, and service.

A Twin Cities native, Diana followed her love of the outdoors north to Duluth, where she and her husband are raising their three young children. A former University of Minnesota Gophers cross country and track athlete, she enjoys exploring the North Shore, trail running, cross-country skiing, designing welcoming outdoor spaces, and dreaming up memorable gatherings that foster connection and community.