Diane has worked at Diastole Scholars’ Center since 2007.  She holds a B.S. in Accounting, from the University of Kansas and a M.A. in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Missouri - Kansas City. Prior to working at Diastole, Diane worked as an accountant for several international companies, and also owned a dessert catering business. In addition to managing all aspects of a non-profit, from financial management to property management, while being a conscientious steward of the gift of E. Grey and Mary Clark Dimond, she promotes the donors' intent of people "coming together, thinking, talking, reasoning, planning".  

Diane is a Stephen Minister and leader at Westside Family Church.  She enjoys hiking, reading, creating new cookie recipes, and spending time with her 3 year old grandson.