Hi! My name is Brandy Dykhuizen. For over 20 years, I’ve written and edited at the intersection of language, science, and the humanities. My career began in the Med Schools of public universities and at biotechs, where I learned that even the most complex data is meaningless without a human narrative to anchor it. During that time, I worked as a ghostwriter and online textbook developer on the side, creating dozens of published memoirs and educational modules.

In the last few years, my focus shifted toward nonprofit leadership, where I witnessed firsthand how storytelling can bridge the gap between a mission and its community. That path enabled me to mentor hundreds of storytellers and produce dozens of live storytelling showcases across Southern California.

Today, I serve as a Board Member of the San Diego Art Directory as their Chief Operating Officer and as the Lead Storytelling Instructor for the San Diego chapter of the Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP), where I help veterans and military families find their voices through workshops and performance.

I founded Living Proof Stories to help weave together the incredibly diverse tapestry of San Diego through storytelling. Whether I am coaching a biotech executive for a keynote showcase or mentoring a neighbor through their first "Start Your Story" workshop, my goal remains the same: to share real stories, build new connections, and create stronger communities through empathy and inclusion.