Co-Director
Dana Gies, MBA, CPA, CMA
Education
- MBA (Master of Business Administration), Wilrid Laurier University
- Honors Bachelor of Commerce degree, McMaster University
External Links
Executive Director, Canadian Skin Patient Alliance Co-Director, SkIN Canada Committee Member, GlobalSkin
Areas of Interest
- Patient advocacy, particularly for skin, hair, and nail conditions Health care policy, access, and equity Nonprofit governance, stakeholder engagement & board leadership
- Strategic planning and organizational development in mission-driven organizations
- Building partnerships between patient groups, clinicians, researchers, industry Patient-centered education, awareness, and community outreach
Biography
Dana Gies is the Executive Director of the Canadian Skin Patient Alliance (CSPA), a national patient-led organization dedicated to improving the lives of Canadians affected by skin, hair, and nail conditions. Its mission is to amplify the patient voice through advocacy, education, and research partnerships to ensure better care, access, and support for those living with dermatological conditions.