Whitney Danker Thurmond
About Whitney Danker Thurmond
Whitney Danker Thurmond serves as the Director of Digital Learning at Feeding America since 2021, bringing extensive experience in education and advocacy from previous roles at various organizations including Vanderbilt University and the National FFA Organization.
Work at Feeding America
Whitney Danker Thurmond has served as the Director of Digital Learning at Feeding America since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing digital learning initiatives to support the organization's mission of alleviating hunger in the United States. Her responsibilities include developing digital training programs and resources for staff and volunteers, ensuring effective communication and knowledge sharing across the organization.
Education and Expertise
Whitney Danker Thurmond holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University, which she completed from 2013 to 2014. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agricultural Communications from Oklahoma State University, graduating in 2008. Additionally, she obtained a Change Management Certification from Cornell University, which she pursued from 2019 to 2021. This educational background supports her expertise in digital learning and organizational development.
Professional Background
Whitney Danker Thurmond has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Research Assistant at Vanderbilt University from 2013 to 2014. Prior to her role at Feeding America, she held various positions at the National FFA Organization, including Education Specialist and Conference Trainer & Facilitator. She also served as an Account Manager at Vivayic from 2015 to 2021 and as the State Advocacy & Public Policy Director at the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma from 2014 to 2015.
Previous Roles and Internships
Throughout her career, Whitney Danker Thurmond has gained experience through various internships and roles. She interned at the U.S. House of Representatives in 2006 and worked as an Agriculture Committee Intern at the Oklahoma State Senate in 2007. Additionally, she worked briefly as a Paralegal Specialist at the U.S. Department of Justice in 2008. These positions contributed to her understanding of public policy and advocacy.