Dara McCoy possesses extensive experience in leadership roles focused on employee experience, grants management, and communications within organizations such as the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and Austin College. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Employee Experience at the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Dara oversees comprehensive marketing and communications strategies while managing grant pursuits to support organizational goals. Additionally, Dara has held positions as Director of Grants and Communications Executive Director, further demonstrating a commitment to strategic leadership. Previous experience includes directing foundation relations at Austin College, where fundraising for various foundations and trusts was prioritized, and serving as a senior writer and marketing coordinator in earlier roles. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Oklahoma State University and a Master of Science in Native American Leadership Studies from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.