Dena Rantin La Mar
About Dena Rantin La Mar
Dena Rantin La Mar serves as the Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Advance Auto Parts, bringing extensive experience in operations and management across various industries. Her background includes leadership roles at major companies such as Walmart, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo, where she demonstrated a strong track record in sales growth and operational efficiency.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Dena Rantin La Mar serves as the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Advance Auto Parts since 2020. In this role, she focuses on fostering an inclusive workplace culture and implementing strategies that promote diversity across the organization. Her leadership is pivotal in shaping policies that enhance employee engagement and reflect the diverse customer base of the company.
Previous Experience at Giant Eagle, Inc.
Dena Rantin La Mar worked at Giant Eagle, Inc. as the Vice President of Store Operations for GetGo Stores from 2016 to 2017. During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing store operations and implementing strategies that improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in the North East region.
Career Background in Banking and Retail
Dena has extensive experience in the banking and retail sectors. She held the position of Vice President of Sales and Operations at Provident Bank from 1999 to 2001. Later, she served as Senior Vice President of Retail Bank Sales & Operations at Bank of America from 2007 to 2009 and as Vice President, Region Manager at Wells Fargo from 2004 to 2007. Her roles involved managing sales teams and driving operational performance in competitive markets.
Educational Background and Certifications
Dena Rantin La Mar studied at Carnegie Mellon University, completing an Executive Education Training Program. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing, graduating Summa Cum Laude from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Additionally, she attended Northern Virginia Community College, where she achieved a certification in Project Management. She also holds a Black Belt Certification in Full Life-Cycle Project Management.
Expertise in Operations and Strategic Planning
Dena has a rich mix of experience in operations, business development, and customer experience. She has a proven track record in capital expansion, new store openings, and achieving top-line sales growth. Her qualifications include vision setting and strategic planning, which have been instrumental in her leadership roles across various organizations.