D.A. Abrams '85
Chief Operating Officer, Groundswell
Persistent. Focused. Dependable.
“As a nonprofit executive, I am able to dedicate my time to working on causes that are important to me - all while helping others. This is what I enjoy most about my chosen career.”
Current City: Orlando, FL
MU Degree(s): B.S. in Business Administration
’Ville for Life Snapshots
- Serves as an active board member for several national nonprofit organizations.
- Loves to help organizations of all sizes leverage diversity, equity, and inclusion for positive business and/or social impact.
- Enjoys reading; writing; spending quality time with family and friends; learning through travel; volunteering; and listening to music.
- Enjoys working out; riding my bike (outside and indoor; and playing tennis.
- Enjoys donating to causes that are important to my family - including Millersville University.
- Enjoys designing and implementing strategies that promote company Vision/Mission/Values/Culture, while overseeing operations to keep organizations focused on its Strategic Direction.
How did Millersville University help you get to where you are today?
The below prepared me for a summer internship with Control Data Corporation located in Minneapolis, MN. The successful internship led to a full-time position with the company upon graduation. This served as the foundation for a successful career in for-profits and nonprofits, etc.
- The curriculum.
- The social interaction.
- The Men's Tennis Team.