About Dana
Dana Keefer is a seasoned Human Resources leader specializing in talent management and development, bringing over 25 years of experience to her role as a BPI Expert Faculty member.
Who is Dana Keefer?
Dana Keefer is the Vice President of Talent Management and Development at Northrop Grumman, a role where she applies her extensive expertise to foster professional growth and strategic talent initiatives. Her career spans various industries, including computer hardware/services, telecommunications, finance, and aerospace and defense. Keefer is recognized for her ability to develop and execute HR strategies that yield significant business impact.
Quick facts about Dana Keefer
| Role | Vice President of Talent Management and Development |
| Company | Northrop Grumman |
| Expertise | Talent management, succession planning, leadership development, HR strategy |
| Notable for | 25+ years of HR leadership, workplace equity advocacy |
| BPI affiliation | Expert Faculty member |
What is Dana Keefer known for?
Dana Keefer is known for her comprehensive approach to human resources, which includes the following key areas:
- Strategic Talent Management: Developing and implementing robust talent management systems and tools.
- Leadership and Technical Development: Designing programs for professional growth across all levels.
- Succession Planning: Creating frameworks to ensure continuous leadership pipelines.
- Workplace Equity Advocacy: Fostering inclusive environments, notably through her work with True Ability Dell ERG and advocating for transgender employment opportunities.
- HR Generalist Expertise: Offering broad HR experience from managing field HR teams to global talent acquisition.
What is Dana Keefer's background and experience?
Dana Keefer holds a Master of Science in Human Resources Management from La Roche College, earned in 1995, and is an alumna of the college from 1987. She brings over a quarter-century of diverse experience in managing field HR teams, global talent management, and centers of excellence in learning and acquisition. Her career has allowed her to develop and implement HR strategies with impactful business results across a range of industries. She is also certified to teach various human resources programs, including behavioral interviewing, civil treatment for managers and employees, and Hogan assessments.
What topics does Dana Keefer speak and write about?
Dana Keefer's expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of human resources and organizational development topics. She focuses on how organizations can best identify, nurture, and retain top talent through effective talent management, succession planning, and robust career development programs. Her insights also extend to the critical areas of employee engagement and fostering strong university relationships for recruiting top-tier talent.
Keefer also addresses the importance of leadership and technical development within organizations, highlighting strategies for continuous professional growth. Furthermore, her experience as a board member for True Ability Dell ERG and a speaker on employment for the transgender community underscores her commitment to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
How does Dana Keefer contribute to the Best Practice Institute?
As an Expert Faculty member at the Best Practice Institute, Dana Keefer shares her extensive knowledge and practical experience in human resources leadership and talent strategy. Her contributions align with BPI's mission to identify and disseminate best practices in leadership, talent management, and organizational development. Through her insights, she helps advance BPI's research into creating Most Loved Workplaces® and developing leaders through models like the SPARK Model.
Dana Keefer is a valuable resource for BPI members seeking to enhance their talent management strategies and build more inclusive and engaged work environments. Her expertise complements BPI's focus on fostering cultures where employees thrive, directly supporting the principles behind the Love of Workplace Index™ (LOWI).
Where can you learn more from Dana Keefer?
To delve deeper into Dana Keefer's expertise and insights, explore her profile on the Best Practice Institute website. Her practical experience and strategic approach to talent management offer valuable perspectives for HR professionals and leaders committed to developing high-performing and inclusive workplaces.