DERYN DUDLEY, Ph.D., is Vice President of Learning and Engagement at National Arts Strategies (NAS), where she leads initiatives that strengthen program effectiveness, deepen participant learning, and engage alumni throughout their careers. At Iris Music Project, Deryn leads the organization’s strategic planning efforts, bringing her extensive expertise in organizational strategy, evaluation, and leadership development to her service on the Board. Deryn has more than 12 years of experience evaluating complex programs and initiatives at the national, state, and local levels, with a focus on leadership development, community change, civic engagement, and education. Prior to joining NAS, she worked as an independent evaluation consultant, supporting nonprofits and foundations with program evaluation, strategic planning, and organizational capacity building. She holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in Applied Social Psychology and Program Evaluation from Claremont Graduate University.