Dawanna Kennedy is a human resources and organizational leader with expertise in employee relations, HR strategy, leadership development, and people-centered operations. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts degree and has built her career around strengthening organizational effectiveness, developing leaders, and creating workplace environments where employees can succeed. Throughout her career, Dawanna has led initiatives that improve communication, strengthen workplace relationships, support employee engagement, and align people strategies with organizational goals. Her HR expertise includes navigating complex employee matters, advising leaders, developing practical solutions, and advancing policies and practices that promote accountability, collaboration, and sustainable performance. Through her leadership, she has helped organizations improve operations while empowering employees and managers to contribute more effectively. Known for her thoughtful, solutions-oriented approach, Dawanna combines strategic insight with a strong commitment to people. She brings measurable value by translating organizational priorities into actionable HR strategies, strengthening leadership capacity, and fostering cultures that support both employee growth and organizational success. Outside of work, Dawanna enjoys coaching youth basketball, reading, cycling, and investing in the next generation of leaders.