Summary
Dana Nybo is an experienced IT and academic leader with 10+ years shaping digital equity, training, and instructional design across colleges and city government. As Associate Dean of Integrated Technology and former Director of IT for the City of Minneapolis, she blends strategic program management with hands-on curriculum development and distance-learning expertise to improve student and user outcomes. Dana repeatedly designs data-driven training programs and learning environments using adult-learning frameworks like ADDIE and Quality Matters, while also managing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams. Her background in web and graphic design and front-end development gives her a practical edge when aligning pedagogy with modern digital tools. Known for translating complex technical needs into measurable training solutions, she champions inclusive, career-oriented pathways that boost retention and equity.
10 years of coding experience
15 years of employment as a software developer
Diploma, Diploma at Irondale H.S.
BA Art, BA Art at Winona State University
MBA Business, MBA Business at University of Phoenix
AA Psychology, AA Psychology at Anoka-Ramsey Community College