Getting to know Dana Altemeyer

Dana Altemeyer has been the director of communications in the MSD of Lawrence Township for the past nine years. An Indianapolis native, she attended Butler University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and later a Master of Science in School Counseling. She holds an administrative certification through the University of Indianapolis and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Indiana University Bloomington. She and her husband, Bill Conrad, live in Lawrence Township with their two children, William, 7, and Charlotte, 4.

Q: What is your best habit, and what is your worst?

A: Multitasking.

Q: Do you have a hidden talent?

A: Remembering song lyrics

Q: What do you do when you’re creatively stuck?

A: Spend time outdoors

Q: Is there a book that you recommend to everyone?

A: “The Mitford Series,” by Jan Karon

Q: Is there a businessperson you admire? Why?

A: MSD of Lawrence Township Supt. Dr. Shawn A. Smith. He leads by example and inspires others to rise to meet him. He puts students at the forefront of everything he does, always reminding those around him to do the same.

Q: Do you have a favorite podcast?

A: Not a huge podcast listener, but I enjoyed NPR’s “Schooled” and WFYI’s “Sick.”

Q: What is your biggest indulgence?

A: Cheesecake Factory Ultimate Red Velvet Cheesecake.

Q: How do you exercise?

A: Peloton

Q: Favorite cereal?

A: Muesli

Q: Do you have a favorite meal in town?

A: Too many to name, but I love the Genova pizza at Bazbeaux