Daniela Gonzalez
Hi! I'm Daniela, I am a culture and community specialist working in SoCal. As a formally trained Cultural Anthropologist, I provide organizational and program assessments to gather data insights that reveal key factors shaping the success of internal and external initiatives.
With experience across government, higher education, and the non-profit sector, I have developed and led initiatives to reengage stakeholders, cultivate inclusive environments, and expand program reach. I enjoy opitmizing business processes, creating collaborations, and contributing to community success.
I am currently looking for positions in the entertainment sector where professionals are passionate about workforce growth, cultural empowerment, and strengthemning the media industry's expansion and competitiveness.
Please don't hesitate to contact me
via daniela@diversefires.com or connect with me through the social media platforms linked at the bottom.
Keep scrolling to learn more about me!
Resource Manager @ CACI 
March 2025 to Present
On the US Air Force Cloud One Enterprise Application Modernization and Migration contract. I ensure optimal allocation and staffing of resources throughout the cloud migration and modernization program. I execute my program management with a DEI lens.
Mentor and Career Coach @ Freelance 
August 2022 to Present
I provide resume reviews, career advice, and job searching advice based on my own experiences navigating corporate spaces. I help individuals translate their skills for industry pivots and identify opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge to advance their careers. I am passionate about empowering first-generation college graduates and professionals. I currently have openings for 2 long-term mentorship.
Ceramicist @ Freelance 
January 2020 to Present
I began my ceramics journey during the 2020 pandemic. This coincided with my undergraduate studies, where I found solace and inspiration in my first handbuilding course. As I transitioned into graduate school, my passion for ceramics deepened, leading me to learn the art of wheel throwing. While I have solidified my commitment to understanding, supporting, and building communities I also discovered a profound connection between my love for ceramics. The wedging table and wheel became not just tools for crafting clay but symbolic spaces where patience and commitment translated into beautiful forms. I have established her home studio. I am on a mission to define my unique artistic style through clay forms. I aim to share a narrative of clay and community, where each piece tells a story of patience, commitment, and the beauty that emerges when diverse elements come together.
Cultural and Orgainzational Assessment of Resource Utilization @ CSULB June 2023—Aug 2023
Employing applied anthropological methodologies, this assessment investigates a university’s organizational culture to provide insights crucial for designing academic resources and developing impactful strategies to increase student academic success and a sense of belonging on campus. The importance of how a sense of belonging significantly influences student engagement, community building, and overall student success is illustrated by data gathered with qualitative methods. This project provides actionable recommendations for increasing student success and creating environments informed by students' current needs and wants. This assessment underscores the integral role of belonging in DEI efforts and advocates for the practical application of anthropological insights in organizational strategies.
Volunteer @ BRIC Foundation March 2025
Keeping my ties in the entertainment and animation studio industries, I am volunteering with the BRIC Foundation at their BRIC Summit. This event aims to create a bridge that connects industry, government, education, and talent to shape a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The event focuses on facilitating conversations across decision makers to approach diversity & inclusion issues across the entertainment, gaming, media, and tech industries. The BRIC Summit also provides workshops and career development resources for students and up and coming professionals interested in joining companies and studios.
Community Member and Volunteer @ Society for Applied Anthropology November 2023 to Present
The Society for Applied Anthropology is committed to examining and addressing human challenges through anthropological insights. I am involved in anthropological communities to ensure I stay up to date with current cultural conversations and methods.
Outstanding Achievement in Design Anthropology @ CSULB 2020
Research recognized for utilization of design principles from User Experience, Design, Program Assessment in DEI-focused reserach project.
