Diane Shelton
About Diane Shelton
Diane Shelton serves as the Community Initiatives Manager at DPR Construction, where she organizes volunteer events that utilize the construction skills of employees to benefit local communities. With a background in Journalism from Humboldt State University and San Francisco State University, she has been with DPR Construction since 1999, focusing on community engagement and partnerships with nonprofit organizations.
Work at DPR Construction
Diane Shelton serves as the Community Initiatives Manager at DPR Construction, a position she has held since 2014. In this role, she has organized volunteer events that utilize the construction expertise of DPR employees to support local community projects. Shelton has also facilitated partnerships between DPR Construction and nonprofit organizations, enhancing the company's community impact. Additionally, she has developed a program that encourages employees to engage in skill-based volunteering, aligning their professional skills with community needs.
Education and Expertise
Diane Shelton holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from Humboldt State University, where she studied from 1982 to 1985. She furthered her education at San Francisco State University, earning another Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from 1985 to 1987. Her educational background has equipped her with skills in communication and community engagement, which she applies in her current role at DPR Construction.
Background
Diane Shelton has been with DPR Construction for a significant duration, having started her career with the company in 1999 as a Marketing Manager. Over her 25 years at DPR, she has transitioned into her current role focused on community initiatives. Shelton's extensive experience in both marketing and community engagement positions her as a key figure in promoting corporate social responsibility within the organization.
Achievements
Diane Shelton participated in a session at the International Corporate Citizenship Conference, where she discussed strategies for corporate social responsibility (CSR) teams to establish trust and respect in partnerships. Her involvement in such conferences highlights her commitment to enhancing community engagement and corporate responsibility practices.