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Gianna Danese

Executive Coordinator

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Gianna Danese

Gianna Danese joins Canopy team after she began her professional journey in sports as a planning & development intern at the Los Angeles Dodgers, where she contributed to capital improvement projects at Dodger Stadium. She excelled in creating graphics, designing marketing materials, and coordinating signage and memorabilia. Gianna also played key roles in cross-functional team projects showcasing her analytical, research, and presentation talents.

At Canopy Team, Gianna serves as Executive Coordinator to Founder and Chair, Janet Marie Smith. In this role, she is instrumental in providing high-level executive support while overseeing key administrative and project management tasks. Her proactive approach, attention to detail, and leadership ensure smooth operations and contribute to Canopy Team’s mission of excellence and innovation.

Gianna holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a concentration in Business Management, from Columbia University. During her time at Columbia, she was a standout athlete, playing NCAA Division I Lacrosse as a Midfielder/Attacker and serving as team Captain her senior year.