Denise’s connection with Navigate Forward dates to 2015 when she became a client and successfully navigated a significant career transition. Now, as an Executive Consultant, she supports clients in connecting the dots for their careers, helping them identify new opportunities and navigate transitions with confidence.
As an experienced business and marketing leader with a foundation in accounting and finance, Denise has successfully maneuvered complex business environments across various industries, including food manufacturing, healthcare communications, and technology engineering.
Known for her ability to see the big picture while seamlessly connecting strategy to execution, Denise is a trusted problem solver and change agent. She has a knack for identifying each person’s unique strengths and then leveraging those strengths to boost team performance and help individuals navigate their next career step or discover their true passions.
A talented networker, Denise transitioned from full-time corporate leadership to focus on coaching and consulting in 2024, leveraging her extensive experience to guide individuals and organizations in defining and achieving their best future.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Denise is deeply committed to giving back to her community. She serves as a Minnesota Leadership Board Member for the American Lung Association and has also dedicated her time and expertise to the Young Men’s Service League and the Eden Prairie Boys Basketball Association.
Outside of her professional and volunteer commitments, Denise values quality time with family and friends, often combining her passions for the arts, travel, and sporting events. A proud native Minnesotan, she enjoys the outdoors, embracing the changing seasons with gardening, golf, and taking long walks to recharge and find inspiration.