I had the pleasure of working with Denise as a Design Operations manager and I highly recommend her for her exceptional people management skills and operational expertise. Denise has the unique ability to create order and logic without a playbook to follow. When Denise joined the UX org as a Design Operations Manager, we had never had that role before. We did not have a Design System, a component library, a place that housed all brand standards and guidelines, etc. Denise did not shrink from this enormous challenge. Denise understands how to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple initiatives, including building a team from scratch. She always meets her deadlines and consistently exceeds expectations. Denise’s ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate design concepts effectively has made her a valuable member of our UX organization at Home Depot. I highly recommend Denise and am confident she will positively impact any UX Design management role.