Dena Spence
About Dena Spence
Dena Spence serves as the Director of Sales at Chobani, a position she has held since 2013. She has over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, including previous roles at Dannon and Acosta Sales & Marketing.
Current Role at Chobani
Dena Spence has served as the Director of Sales at Chobani since 2013. In this role, she oversees sales strategies and initiatives to enhance the company's market presence. Her responsibilities include managing sales teams and developing relationships with key clients to drive revenue growth. Under her leadership, Chobani has focused on expanding its product offerings and increasing its footprint in the competitive yogurt market.
Previous Experience at Dannon
Before joining Chobani, Dena Spence worked at Dannon as a Senior Customer Business Manager from 2002 to 2012. During her tenure, she acted as the Texas Team Leader, where she was responsible for managing customer relationships and driving sales in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Her decade-long experience at Dannon contributed to her expertise in the food and beverage industry.
Background in Sales and Marketing
Dena Spence began her career in sales and marketing at Acosta Sales & Marketing, where she worked as a Business Manager from 1995 to 2002. This role involved managing client accounts and developing marketing strategies to enhance product visibility. Additionally, she served as the Assistant Director of Marketing at Marketing Management Inc. for one year in 1995. These positions laid the foundation for her extensive experience in the industry.
Educational Background
Dena Spence studied at The University of Texas at Arlington, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Marketing from 1985 to 1989. This educational background provided her with a solid understanding of marketing principles and strategies, which she has applied throughout her career in various sales and marketing roles.