Dana Pineda
About Dana Pineda
Dana Pineda is a Development Specialist at Code for America, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and National Security Studies from San Diego State University and has experience in youth leadership and advocacy work.
Work at Code for America
Dana Pineda has been serving as a Development Specialist at Code for America since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for managing data entry into Salesforce CRM for the Development Team. Additionally, she provides project support that includes prospect research, grant assessments, and fundraising campaign support. Dana collaborates with the finance team to ensure that fundraising revenue is reconciled on a monthly basis. Her contributions support the organization's mission to improve government services through technology.
Education and Expertise
Dana Pineda earned a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and National Security Studies from San Diego State University, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Economy from National Sun Yat-Sen University, which she completed in 2018. Additionally, Dana has a minor in Mandarin Chinese from San Diego State University. She obtained a Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language from The TEFL Academy, enhancing her educational qualifications.
Background
Dana Pineda's professional background includes various roles that reflect her commitment to youth advocacy and community service. She worked as a Youth Leader at SAY San Diego for three months in 2017 and served as a Camp Leader at YMCA of San Diego County for two months in the same year. Dana also gained coaching experience at La Jolla Volleyball Club from 2018 to 2019. Her early work experience includes an internship at the International Rescue Committee in 2018 and a position as a Food Service Associate at California's Great America in 2016.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
Dana Pineda has been actively engaged in advocacy work, particularly focused on sexual assault awareness. She participated in these efforts through the student organization SISSTER during her time at university. This involvement highlights her dedication to social issues and community support, aligning with her professional roles in development and youth leadership.