Megan Danner
About Megan Danner
Megan Danner is the Principal Program Manager at NI in Austin, Texas, with a diverse background in spiritual leadership, holistic wellness, and administrative support.
Current Role as NI Principal Program Manager
Megan Danner currently serves as a Principal Program Manager at NI (National Instruments) in Austin, Texas, United States. In this role, she provides high-level administrative support for three leaders in the Transportation Business Unit. Megan is responsible for strategic calendar management, meeting organization, and leadership. Additionally, she coordinates extensive international and domestic travel and reconciles expenses for directors at NI.
Previous Role at Southwestern University
From 2015 to 2019, Megan Danner held the position of Chaplain and Director of Spiritual and Religious Life at Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX. During her tenure, she focused on designing and implementing highly effective curricula centered on self-discovery, career exploration, and holistic wellness. She brought her strong background in meditation facilitation and holistic wellness to the role, contributing to the spiritual and personal development of the university community.
Experience at TCU Wesley Foundation
Megan Danner worked at TCU Wesley Foundation in Fort Worth, TX, from 2010 to 2014 as Director and Campus Minister. In this capacity, she provided pastoral care and led various initiatives to support the spiritual growth of the campus community. Her work focused on community building, spiritual counseling, and program development, aligning with her academic background and professional expertise.
Educational Background
Megan Danner holds a Master of Divinity (MDiv), which she achieved magna cum laude from Southern Methodist University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Southwestern University, completing her studies there from 2002 to 2006. Her academic achievements have laid a strong foundation for her diverse career in program management and spiritual leadership.
Grant Writing and Administration
Megan Danner has significant experience in grant writing, having worked as a Grants Administrator at Susan G. Koman for the Cure from 2006 to 2007. During her tenure, she managed grant processes, supported funding applications, and contributed to the organization’s mission. This role demonstrated her ability to handle detailed administrative functions and provided a strong foundation for her subsequent leadership positions.