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Dana Nagengast

Chief Human Resources Officer, Harvey Mudd College

Bio

Dana Nagengast is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Harvey Mudd College, one of the premier engineering, science, and mathematics colleges in the United States. As the CHRO, Dana is responsible for evolving the HR strategy, elevating HR capabilities, and serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the College Cabinet and leadership teams.

As a seasoned leader in the field of Human Resources, Dana brings 30 years of experience where she supports and guides Human Resources leaders to map out their HR strategy and prioritize HR initiatives, resulting in measurable impact on organizations and individuals alike.

Dana brings together advisory and practitioner experience in Human Resources & Organizational Development roles spanning industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Distribution, Higher Education, Manufacturing, Public Utilities, and Sales & Marketing. She has worked for US-based organizations as well as global-based organizations in Canada, Europe, and Japan. She is enthusiastic about organizational culture, learning & development, and transformational leadership. Dana’s passion, coupled with her experience, positions her as a driving force behind bringing out the best in people.

Dana’s educational background includes a Master of Science in Leadership and Strategic Organizational Development from the University of La Verne, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Cal State University, Fullerton. Her educational foundation provides her with a deep understanding of leadership principles and strategic approaches to Human Resources & Organizational Development.

Dana is a Senior Certified Professional with the Society for Human Resource Management. Additionally, she is a Certified Strengths Coach with the Gallup Organization and a Neuro-Linguistic Programming Motivational Coach. Dana is committed to making a difference in the field of Human Resources, working in partnership with other leaders to create positive change within organizations.