Diane Strand on Inclusion and OpportunityPublished on April 27, 2026 What if creativity could change someone’s entire future? In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Diane Strand, an award-winning entrepreneur and founder of JDS Creative Academy, to explore how the arts are opening doors for foster youth, at-risk teens, and neurodiverse adults. Diane shares her journey from working on major productions like General Hospital and Friends to building a mission-driven organization that blends creativity with career development. Through hands-on training in visual, performing, and digital arts, she’s helping individuals gain confidence, skills, and real-world opportunities. You’ll learn:
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