About the founder

About the Founder/Executive Director

Donna V. Werner

Donna V. Werner, founder of Dorcas Destiny International, established the organization with a mission to transform lives through compassion, education, and empowerment.

Her story is one of hope, vision, and dedication to uplift children and women across Kenya.

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Donna V. Werner

BA, MAABS

BACKGROUND

Mrs. Werner’s background includes many years of program development and implementation work during her tenure in higher education and in executive leadership. Mrs. Werner is a skilled and highly-effective leader, trainer, facilitator, and administrator.

Ms. Werner started her career in the financial services industry in the mid-2000’s, and has been successful in assisting individuals, families, and business owners to understand and develop a financial plan that includes a solid base of insurance products. Ms. Werner’s passion for learning and education resonates throughout her many interactions with clients.

EXPERIENCE

Presently she actively works in the financial services industry providing worksite/employee benefits and presenting business and financial principles in small group settings and to individuals and families.

Her expertise has been utilized in the financial services industry; in the health care system; in community colleges and universities; the Washington State supreme court; church settings; the k-12 school system; and within small and mid-sized nonprofit organizations. Mrs. Werner’s work in the for-profit arena includes being a licensed insurance agent, small business consultant, corporate communications director, and training director. She has also been instrumental in launching and leading several small and medium-sized non-profit organizations.

Mrs. Werner provided direct support to small business owners for several years while working for a management consulting firm.

EDUCATION

Mrs. Werner earned a BA Degree in Urban Studies and Leadership, an MA in Applied Behavioral Science, and a certificate in management in addition to the many hours of continuing education she has to complete annually to maintain her licenses and certifications.