Meet Dana

I’m a speaker, author, and workshop facilitator, helping leaders and organizations to develop Self-Leadership & Effective Thinking skills while facing change and difficult challenges.

I bring to my talk a unique blend of practical knowledge from my MBA and experience as a business strategy professional, as well as insights gained from my personal quest to the unknown.

My quest, which spans over a year and along three continents, took me more than anything on a transformative journey of discovery within.

I set big goals, crafted sharp strategies, and pushed myself to excel. Working in business development at a global firm, I knew how to win. My path was clear, my track record impressive, and my future mapped out.

Despite my achievements, I felt an undeniable pull—toward something deeper, something beyond titles and targets. I wanted a life that felt real, intentional, and truly mine.

So, I did the one thing that made sense (to me, at least 😉).

I walked away from certainty and stepped into the unknown, trusting it would lead me to something valuable—and hopefully that meaning I was looking for.

I embarked on a journey that stripped away everything I thought I knew about myself.

It was raw. Uncomfortable. Transformative.

I had to face my own limitations—many I hadn’t even realized existed. I went from someone who crumbled when things didn’t go her way to someone who could navigate uncertainty with resilience and clarity.
I learned to let go of judgment—toward myself and others—and instead, approach life with curiosity, playfulness, and compassion.

I documented this transformation in my book, Breaking Cages, and later distilled its key lessons into The Reality Creator card deck, my talks, and my programs (And yes, my pancakes got an upgrade too—growth is everywhere. 😉).

Liberating ourselves from hidden limitations and leading with authenticity, curiosity, and clear intention changes everything.

When we shift ourselves, we shift our impact.

The challenges didn’t stop—but my response to them did. I learned how to recognize when the ground beneath me was shaking, how to hold space for my emotions, and how to shift my mind instead of being consumed by old stories and outdated fears.

And eventually, I found what I was searching for—and more.

Today, I call Amsterdam home, where I live with my husband and son. When I’m not designing talks, workshops, and immersive experiences, you’ll find me jogging through Vondel Park, exploring the world with my family, or on a never-ending quest for the perfect pancake.

If you feel the pull—the desire to move beyond your own limitations—I invite you to connect with me.