Denise Yusuff, J.D., Ceds, Dtm
About Denise Yusuff, J.D., Ceds, Dtm
Denise Yusuff, J.D., CEDS, DTM, is a Sales Enablement Specialist and Program Manager at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in legal training and onboarding, having previously held various roles at Thomson Reuters and earned degrees from Cornell University and Mitchell Hamline School of Law.
Current Role as Sales Enablement Specialist
Denise Yusuff currently serves as a Sales Enablement Specialist and Program Manager at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2021 in Los Angeles, California. In this role, she facilitates the global onboarding of new hires through virtual instruction, creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment. She utilizes an agile mindset to consult with stakeholders, ensuring the smooth execution and delivery of enablement programs.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Denise Yusuff has extensive experience at Thomson Reuters, having worked in various roles from 2007 to 2021. She served as an Inside Account Manager from 2007 to 2010, followed by her role as Litigation Retention Product Specialist from 2011 to 2012. She then transitioned to the position of eDiscovery Educator, Team Lead, from 2015 to 2021, where she developed eLearning modules tailored for legal professionals. Additionally, she worked as a Solutions Onboarding Specialist for one year from 2013 to 2014.
Educational Background
Denise Yusuff holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with a concentration in Alternative Dispute Resolution from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, which she completed from 2003 to 2006. She also achieved a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sociology from Cornell University, studying there from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, she participated in the Summer Institute for Demographic Research at the University of Pennsylvania in 2002 and completed a Certificate Program in Global Arbitration Law and Practice at The School of International Arbitration, Queen Mary, University of London in 2005.
Expertise in Virtual Training
Denise Yusuff has developed expertise in creating Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) specifically for legal product training. Her work contributes to the professional development of legal teams, enhancing their training experience through tailored eLearning modules. This focus on virtual training reflects her commitment to improving onboarding and ongoing education for legal professionals.
Early Career at Cornell University
Before her extensive career at Thomson Reuters, Denise Yusuff worked at Cornell University as a Cornell Fund Student Supervisor & Phoner from 2001 to 2003. This role involved managing student fundraising efforts and engaging with alumni, providing her with foundational skills in communication and program management.