Diane Strand

Diane Strand is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, executive producer, and nonprofit founder who believes creativity is one of the most powerful tools we have to impact life and business. Known as the CreativePreneur, Diane has founded and led multiple seven- and eight-figure businesses and spent more than two decades helping people and organizations leverage the tools of the arts to communicate, connect, market, and grow.

She is the co-owner of JDS Video & Media Productions, Inc. and JDS Actors Studio and founder of the nonprofit JDS Creative Academy, where she advances education, training, and career pathways in visual, performing, and digital arts for people of all abilities.

Through her books, speaking, coaching, television, and media work, Diane empowers entrepreneurs and creatives to turn passion and purpose into profit, impact, fulfillment, and legacy. Her philosophy is simple: the ART is in the heART, and creativity belongs in every business.