Dana Griffin is a Senior Director, Data Privacy at USA TODAY Co., Inc.. She possess expertise in online advertising, online marketing, advertising, product management, digital media and 44 more skills. Colleagues describe her as "As the Product Manager of Data Collection and Data Privacy at Gannett, I have had the privilege of working with Dana on data privacy initiatives for three years now. In my time working alongside Dana, I have found her to be a distinguished leader for Gannett in the Data Privacy space and invaluable partner for our Product organization. She spearheaded, almost single-handedly, the establishment of Gannett's enterprise-wide Data Privacy program. Dana worked with countless teams across the organization to implement infrastructure and workflows for DSARs, integrate consent banners, create vendor review processes, automate site monitoring, ensure that Gannett was compliant for our non-U.S. users, and advocate for privacy by design. Dana's work ethic is second to none. She aggressively attacks whatever mission is in front of her and doesn't hesitate to get into the weeds and rally the troops. She does this all while maintaining a sense of levity and is always a pleasure to collaborate with, even in high pressure situations. Dana’s leadership and dedication make her an invaluable asset to Gannett, and I wholeheartedly recommend her for any future endeavors.", "I highly recommend Dana Griffin as an exceptional project manager who has consistently demonstrated expertise in leading privacy compliance efforts. I had the pleasure of having Dana reporting to me and working side-by-side on complex data protection efforts and was impressed by her unwavering commitment to ensuring the highest standards of privacy and data security. Dana possesses an extensive understanding of privacy regulations, including GDPR and CCPA, and has a remarkable ability to translate legal requirements into practical, actionable steps for the project team. Her strong analytical skills and attention to detail enabled her to identify potential privacy risks and devise effective mitigation strategies. Throughout privacy efforts, Dana exhibited exemplary leadership qualities. She fostered a collaborative environment, bringing together cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align on privacy objectives and drive compliance initiatives forward. Her exceptional communication skills allowed her to clearly articulate complex concepts, ensuring that all team members understood their roles and responsibilities in maintaining privacy compliance. Dana is a natural problem solver who remains calm under pressure. She quickly identifies and addresses issues that arise and is not afraid to make difficult decisions to safeguard privacy compliance. Her proactive approach and willingness to go the extra mile make her a valuable asset to any team. Aside from her technical skills, Dana is an excellent collaborator and team player. She fosters a positive and inclusive work environment, where team members feel supported and motivated to achieve their best. Her ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external, contributes to the overall success of our privacy efforts. Dana is an outstanding project manager with a deep understanding of privacy compliance. Her dedication, expertise, and exceptional leadership abilities make her the ideal candidate for any organization seeking to strengthen their privacy practices. I wholeheartedly recommend Dana and would not hesitate to work with her again in the future.", and "Dana Griffin is an exceptional leader; not only in her field of Data Privacy, but as a people leader in general. I had the opportunity to experience Dana's competencies in her field as we collaborated to bring a Data Privacy Compliance Learning from to the organization. Dana was an expert in her field and took the time to explain the complex policies to those of us who were less proficient in this area. Dana was also a participant in the Gannett Emerging Leaders Program that I had the privilege to run. Her high level of professionalism, natural curiosity, self discipline were noticed as she progressed through the program, even while experiencing personal tragedy during the program. She truly exemplifies the perseverance leaders need in today's ever changing landscape! I would recommend Dana to any Cybersecurity/Data Privacy team that needs a strong people leader."