From Manila Bay to LA--

Dr. Rina C. Dakanay partners with higher ed institutions, small businesses and non profit organizations to amplify their brand and communities online and off. She has spent nearly two decades working in PR and Marketing and has worked part time as an Advertising Instructor.  She is the Executive Marketing Manager at Claremont Lincoln University - part of the (AMA) American Marketing Association's marketing team of the year.  Rina believes in the power of empathy and storytelling--that one’s life experiences are meant to be shared to help and engage with others, and that one’s unique gifts and talents can make a direct impact in their communities and in shaping the lives of others--particularly the youth, who are awakening to their own potential and champion inside.

Rina is a proud Inland Empire native and first generation Pilipina-American.  Her social impact work focuses on youth employability, inclusion, and diversity through her service on local Boards and Advisory councils.  She received her B.S. in Biological Sciences from UC Irvine, her MBA from University of Redlands, and holds a Doctorate in Education from the American College of Education in Instructional Technology. Her dissertation research pioneered discussions on collaborative learning, social media, digital storytelling, and fandom participation.

“I am a California girl, with roots in the Philippines and in the Inland Empire. Currently, I work as an Advertising Adjunct Instructor and Marketing Communications Manager. I spend as much time as I can traveling. Most of my wanderlust centers around design and food, but you’ll find a lot of reflections in my Newsletter, "the ambassadeur", too. I hope my work inspires you to create and break out of your comfort zone. Feel free to leave a comment or follow me on social media!”

dream epic. create forever. — kobe bryant