Dana Kilponen

Dana Kilponen has extensive experience in aquatics management and customer service, currently serving as an Aquatics Specialist for the City of East Lansing since May 2018. Responsibilities include managing aquatics facilities and a team of over 60 staff members, overseeing budgeting and payroll, and conducting training and certification courses in Lifeguarding and CPR/First Aid/AED. Prior roles include Head Swim Instructor/Lifeguard, Casual Employee at JOANN Stores, and various customer service and educational positions. Dana's educational background includes a degree from Michigan State University and a high school diploma from Novi High School. Skills in crisis intervention, human resources, and research have further enhanced professional capabilities.