Shana Sumers

Shana Sumers is a black, queer womxn with a diverse professional background. She is known for being the Senior Community Manager at NEXT Music, though this was a relatively short role from October 2020 to January 2021.1

Her professional journey includes several notable positions:

• Current Role: Senior Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Communities at HubSpot (October 2021 - Present)1
• Co-Host: Bad Queers Podcast, which discusses LGBTQ+ experiences and challenges stereotypes1
• Previous Role: Head of Community at HER Social App, the largest LGBTQ+ dating and community app2

Educational Background::

• Master's Degree in Special Education from UNSW Australia (2014-2015)
• Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy from Shenandoah University (2008-2012)1

Before her tech and community management career, Sumers worked as a Music Therapist, specifically with children and adults with developmental disabilities at organizations like Lauren's Institute for Education and Cunningham Children's Home.1

Sumers is passionate about community building, diversity, and creating inclusive spaces, which is evident in her work across various platforms and organizations.23