Denise Coutinho
About Denise Coutinho
Denise Coutinho serves as the Director of Global Trade Compliance at HP, a position she has held since 2023. With extensive experience in trade compliance across multiple organizations, including Cisco and PricewaterhouseCoopers, she specializes in customs valuation, trade agreements, and supply chain optimization.
Work at Poly
Denise Coutinho has served as the Director of Global Trade Compliance at Poly since 2022. In this role, she oversees compliance with international trade regulations and ensures that the company's operations align with global trade policies. Her responsibilities include managing trade compliance strategies and enhancing operational effectiveness within the organization.
Previous Experience at Cisco
Before joining Poly, Denise Coutinho held multiple positions at Cisco. She was the Director of Global Trade Compliance and Quality from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as Senior Manager for Global Services Trade Compliance from 2016 to 2020 and Senior Manager for Trade Compliance in the LATAM Region from 2008 to 2010. Her tenure at Cisco spanned over a decade, during which she contributed to various trade compliance initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Denise Coutinho earned her MBA from Nova Southeastern University. She possesses expertise in customs valuation and trade agreements, which supports her roles in global trade compliance. Additionally, she is skilled in supply chain optimization and security programs, enhancing her ability to manage complex trade operations.
Background in International Trade
Denise Coutinho has a diverse background in international trade, having worked in various roles since 1988. Her career includes positions at Grupo Votorantim, Navistar International Corporation, and Suzano Papel e Celulose. She also served as Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in their Customs and International Trade Practice from 2001 to 2008.
Language Proficiency
Denise Coutinho is fluent in three languages: English, Portuguese, and Spanish. This proficiency allows her to effectively communicate in diverse international environments and enhances her capabilities in global trade compliance.