Dana landed a role as a Senior Director of Product Marketing at Lantern after completing the JSA program.

When Dana joined JVS’s Job Search Accelerator (JSA) program in January, he was six months into a long, draining job search. Despite years of senior-level healthcare marketing experience, he kept running into the same wall: plenty of effort, little return.

“I thought I was doing the right things,” Dana recalls. “But there seemed to be a gap between the effort and the outcomes. I was feeling alone and wasn’t sure what to do differently.”

A friend recommended JVS. From day one in JSA, Dana found value not only in the tools and techniques, but also in the supportive cohort. “Even when I thought I had things down, like my resume or LinkedIn profile, I learned more. Being around people who were encouraging made all the difference.”

By the end of the program, Dana was advancing for final interviews and soon landed a role as Senior Director of Product Marketing at Lantern. The skills he practiced in JSA helped him stand out and rebuild confidence.

Now Dana is thriving in a culture he describes as collaborative and respectful, and the shift has transformed more than his career. “Being employed and happy means I’m less stressed, more optimistic, and more present for my family,” he says.

Looking ahead, Dana is eager to grow with Lantern as the company expands. Where he once equated success with reaching the C-suite, he now values balance and fulfillment. “Success is about being challenged at work and then being able to shut down my computer at the end of the day and be fully present at home.”

Reflecting on JSA, Dana is grateful for the empathy of the staff and peers who supported him. “I felt alone and scared—and they made a difference. I’m so grateful I had the opportunity to participate, and I recommend JVS to anyone navigating a tough job search.”

Dana’s story first appeared in our 2025 Impact Report. Check out the full report for more inspiring alumni stories.