Jeff Danze
About Jeff Danze
Jeff Danze serves as the Senior Director of Digital Marketing at Sallie Mae, where he focuses on creative development and communications planning. He has extensive experience in marketing leadership roles across several prominent mortgage lenders, including Freedom Mortgage and JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Work at Sallie Mae
Jeff Danze serves as the Senior Director of Digital Marketing at Sallie Mae, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Newark, Delaware, United States. In this role, he focuses on digital marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement and drive brand awareness. His expertise in creative development and communications planning contributes to the company's marketing initiatives.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Prior to his current role, Jeff Danze held several significant positions in the marketing sector. He worked at Freedom Mortgage as Senior Vice President of Marketing from 2021 to 2022 and previously served as Acquisition Marketing Lead for nine months. His tenure at JPMorgan Chase & Co. spanned multiple roles, including Vice President, Marketing Program Manager, and Vice President, Project Manager, totaling over a decade of experience in various marketing capacities.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Danze earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Rowan University. His educational background supports his strong focus on creative development, writing, and communications planning. He specializes in customer advocacy, experience mapping, and market research, which are critical components of his marketing strategies.
Background in Mortgage Marketing
Jeff Danze has developed successful marketing, communications, and operations initiatives for three of the nation’s top mortgage lenders. His experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and Sprout Mortgage, where he contributed to direct-to-consumer marketing efforts. His extensive background in the mortgage industry equips him with unique insights into customer needs and market trends.
Leadership and Team Development
Jeff Danze is passionate about growing leaders and building effective teams. He emphasizes a commitment to customer experience excellence, which informs his approach to team management and development. His leadership style focuses on fostering collaboration and encouraging innovation among team members.