Dena Gakman
About Dena Gakman
Dena Gakman is an Opportunity Manager with extensive experience in sales and event management. She has held various roles at elle cuisine and currently serves as the Director of Sales while also working at Big Ass Fans & Lights in Ontario, Canada.
Current Role at Big Ass Fans
Dena Gakman serves as the Opportunity Manager at Big Ass Fans & Lights, a position she has held since 2015. In this role, she is responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, contributing to the company's growth in the Ontario, Canada market. Her experience in sales and account management supports her efforts in this position.
Sales Leadership at Elle Cuisine
Since 2019, Dena Gakman has been the Director of Sales at Elle Cuisine. In this capacity, she oversees the sales strategy and operations for the company, focusing on driving revenue and enhancing customer relationships. Her leadership in sales has been instrumental in the company's performance over the past five years.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Dena Gakman previously worked at Elle Cuisine as the Director of Events from 2013 to 2014. In this role, she managed event planning and execution, ensuring successful outcomes for various culinary events. Her experience in event management provided her with valuable skills that she has carried into her subsequent roles.
Educational Background
Dena Gakman earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with an Honours Specialization in English Literature from Western University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. Following this, she pursued a Certificate in Culinary Arts/Chef Training at George Brown College, completing her studies from 2011 to 2012. This educational background combines her interests in literature and culinary arts.
Early Career in Culinary Arts
Before her current roles, Dena Gakman worked at Elle Cuisine as a Creative Chef from 2012 to 2013. In this position, she contributed to menu development and culinary creativity, enhancing her skills in the culinary field. Additionally, she briefly worked as an Account Manager at Marberg Staffing in 2014.