Dan Hanneken, a 2018 University of Missouri MSW graduate, is now an LCSW, leading in2Action and teaching criminal justice at MU. He’s an experienced presenter and author on reentry. Married to Stephanie, he enjoys running and quality time with her. 

“After my third release from prison, doubts filled me, but I dreamed of a program for people like me. A decade later, in2Action began. Witnessing God’s work in transforming lives fills me with unmatched excitement and gratitude. Every day, I feel blessed seeing once hardened criminals embrace redemption, becoming valuable members of society.”

I am so excited to join in2Action as the new Director of Operations!  For over 30 years, I’ve dedicated my career to public service, but it’s my passion for helping people in recovery—especially those involved in the justice system—that truly lights me up. Seeing lives change and hope grow fills me with gratitude every day. Stepping into this role feels like a natural progression of my journey, and I’m honored to contribute to the meaningful work that in2Action is doing.

To me, in2Action is all about relationships. It is said that the opposite of addiction is connection, and in2Action forms connections through relationships with each other, the community, and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am blessed to be able to work with these men and show them a path that was once shown to me.

 With over 24 years of experience in Accounting—including more than 15 years dedicated to the nonprofit sector—I’m passionate about using financial strategy to support meaningful missions. In this new role, I look forward to bringing both precision and purpose to the table, helping In2Action continue its impactful work in the community.

What drew me to In2Action is its unwavering commitment to empowering individuals through second chances and supportive reentry programs. I’m inspired by the organization’s dedication to transforming lives and building stronger communities, and I’m honored to be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

After working in human services for over 25 years, in2Action has allowed me to witness profound transformation.  Using the social model to connect residents to Christ has deepened my own Faith and clarified my purpose.  I love seeing how God brings people together to fulfill His plan!

God and life finally aligned to put me in the position I am in today with In2Action.   Being able to mentor men in recovery based on Gods terms has been a dream of mine for a while now and I am able to do that here.  Having 14 years of sobriety gives me the opportunity to be an example that long term sobriety is possible for all of us. 

I am here at in2Action to help people re-enter society and get their lives back like someone once did for me, so I guess you could say I am here to pay it forward.

I enjoy working at in2Action as it is my chance to give back what I have been given.  I can help other people with substance abuse issues with a new way of life.

I believe God puts us where we need to be. Through my testimony I believe I can help others. It is a blessing to be a part of in2Action and grow in my faith on this journey.

After many years of poor decisions and debilitating addiction I have hit the 4-year sobriety mark. I owe that to God, In2@Action, and the team in place here. I am grateful and proud to be on that team, and strive to give back to others as they have done for me.

In2action holds a special place in my heart. Not only am I a graduate, but I believe Christ has called me to help this amazing program. I feel blessed beyond measure to work here. 

I am native to Mid-Missouri and have been in recovery for five years when accepting this position, thanks to the grace of God as I know him. When I prayed for purpose, God chose to put In2Action in my path, and I followed in faith. I have dreamed of having a career in helping others find reprieve from their struggles for a long time, and to know that I can share my experience while learning myself is nothing short of a blessing. Seeing the peace wash over the face of the residents when we instill hope and stand unified with them is beyond words. Ultimately, I came searching for purpose. I found so much more. I found my home.