Jean Flores Dennis
About Jean Flores Dennis
Jean Flores Dennis serves as the Director of Business Development at Sallie Mae, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in sales and marketing, with previous positions at Bank of America, Commerce Bank, and The Piper Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Current Role at Sallie Mae
Jean Flores Dennis serves as the Director of Business Development at Sallie Mae, a position held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on business development initiatives within the Midwest and Central Region. Her responsibilities include identifying growth opportunities and fostering relationships with educational institutions to enhance student lending services.
Previous Experience in Sales and Marketing
Before joining Sallie Mae, Jean held several key positions in sales and marketing. She worked as the Director of Sales and Marketing at The Piper Assisted Living and Memory Care from 2016 to 2018 in the Kansas City, Missouri Area. Additionally, she served as a Student Lending Sales Specialist and Assistant Vice President at Commerce Bank from 2018 to 2019.
Long Tenure at Bank of America
Jean Flores Dennis has a significant background in banking, having worked at Bank of America for 17 years. She held the position of Vice President and Regional Sales Manager from 1989 to 2006. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing sales teams and driving regional sales strategies.
Educational Background
Jean studied Sociology at Iowa State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from 1985 to 1987. She also attended Waldorf College, achieving an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Business from 1983 to 1985. Her foundational education includes a High School Diploma from Storm Lake Senior High School, completed from 1979 to 1983.
Early Career Development
Jean's early career included roles such as Coordinator at the University of Missouri-Kansas City from 1987 to 1989 and Vice President of School Relations at College Loan Corporation from 2006 to 2008. These positions contributed to her extensive experience in educational and financial services.