Dayna Galganski
Dayna Galganski is a people-centered leader, systems thinker, and strategist working at the intersection of education, technology, and organizational transformation. With more than a decade of experience spanning higher education, learning design, and enterprise technology, she is known for helping organizations modernize systems, break down silos, and translate complex challenges into practical, scalable solutions.
She serves in a leadership role at the University of Florida and is the founder of Seven Ten Strategy Group, where she advises organizations on digital strategy, systems integration, and workflow optimization. Her work often focuses on aligning technology, data, and human-centered design to improve decision-making, strengthen collaboration, and build more resilient operational models.
Known for her straightforward and values-driven leadership style, Dayna is a strong advocate for integrity, equity, and thoughtful innovation—especially in environments navigating complex institutional change. With credentials in executive design leadership from the University of Pennsylvania, she brings a unique perspective that blends strategic thinking, technical fluency, and a deep commitment to building systems that better serve both people and purpose.
• Executive Design Leadership
• Optimizing Engagement: Creating Higher Employee Retention and Improving Workforce Productivity Workshop Badge
• Taking Flight with DISC: Building Trust and Collaboration in the Workplace Workshop Badge
• University of Florida- M.A.
• Sam Houston State University- B.A.
• Hall of Honor, Class of 2021
• Lastinger Center Great Gator Award
• 2x Academic All-American
• 4x All-American
• Member - U20 Team USA
• Palm Beach County Youth Hall of Fame
• Society for Learning Analytics & Research
• National Sports Media Association
• Association of College and University Educators
• Harvard Business Review
• Institute for Infrastructure and Interoperable Data in Learning
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to being willing to challenge assumptions and approach problems with both strategy and empathy. I’ve always been drawn to complex systems and opportunities for improvement, and I believe real progress happens when leaders are willing to rethink outdated processes and bring people together around better solutions. Staying curious, values-driven, and focused on long-term impact has been central to the path I’ve built.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Someone once told me that leadership is constant communication, whether you realize it or not. People pay attention not only to what leaders say, but also to what they prioritize, what they ignore, and how they respond in challenging moments. Developing a broad awareness of how your actions influence both the work and the people around you is essential. The most effective leaders learn to listen to that feedback and adjust their approach accordingly.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, courage, and curiosity are values that guide how I live and work. I believe in being honest about challenges, asking difficult questions when something isn’t working, and having the courage to pursue better solutions. Curiosity keeps me learning and open to new ideas, while integrity ensures that decisions are grounded in fairness and respect for the people they affect.
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Seven Ten Strategy Group
3809 NW 47th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32606