Deanna Nwosu

About Deanna Nwosu

I am an operations leader and strategic partner with 15+ years of experience supporting executives, managing high-impact programs, and driving business alignment across complex organizations. My background spans corporate events, program management, and organizational strategy - enabling me to create systems, communications, and relationships that keep leaders informed, teams aligned, and priorities moving forward.Over my career, I’ve developed a strong reputation for translating big-picture executive vision into clear, actionable plans and delivering those plans with precision. I excel at orchestrating the “how” behind strategic initiatives - by building channels for cross-functional partnership, establishing communication frameworks, and ensuring execution is both consistent and high-quality.My core strengths include:*Executive support and thought partnership*Strategic planning and operational alignment*Cross-divisional collaboration in matrixed environments*Communications strategy for leaders and stakeholders*Program management across dispersed, fast-moving teamsI bring a highly detailed and analytical approach, connecting data and insights to decision-making so leaders can operate with clarity and confidence. I anticipate needs, identify risk early, and help teams stay focused amid shifting priorities. Whether orchestrating a large scale corporate event, managing an enterprise-wide program portfolio, or crafting executive communications - I ensure that vision, people, and execution are working in harmony.I am known for my ability to navigate ambiguity with resilience and curiosity. I influence without authority, partner thoughtfully across teams, and keep a strong pulse on organizational health. My mindset is always solution-oriented: remove friction, simplify complexity, and drive outcomes that matter.I’m passionate about helping organizations operate with purpose - ensuring strategy becomes impact and leaders are empowered to deliver their best workClick here to book a meeting with me: https://calendly.com/deannacamille/15min

Experience

1. Co-chair, Bipoc Inclusion Network

   REI

   Nov 2025 — Present

   Alongside my Co-Chair, in this role I:• Set annual goals and operating plans aligned with enterprise DEI strategy.• Lead inclusion network leadership team; manage governance, budgets, and initiative tracking.• Ensure KPI tracking and analysis, using data to inform decision making.• Collaborate cross-divisionally on initiatives and priorities across the co-op.• Advise senior leaders on engagement strategy and employee experience improvements.• Serve as spokesperson for the network including but not limited to: team presentations, responses to current events, cultural milestones and more.

Education

• PCSI | People and Culture Strategy Institute

  People Experience Strategist, Human Resources

• Michigan State University

  Master of Science, Foodservice Management

• Bowling Green State University

  Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, specializing in Hospitality Management

Skills

• Hospitality Service
• Mozilla
• Fundraising
• Newsletters
• Advertising
• Banquet Operations
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Marketing
• National Parks
• Event Planning
• Public Relations
• Recreation
• Internet Explorer
• Event Logistics
• Hospitality Management
• Special Events Production
• Country Clubs
• Trade Shows
• Conference Management
• Typing
• Filing
• Mac Os
• Parks
• Social Media
• Public Speaking
• Entertainment
• Conference Coordination
• Customer Service
• Hotels
• Marketing Communications
• Social Media Marketing
• Events Coordination
• Catering
• Special Events
• Outdoor Recreation
• Hotel Management
• Event Management
• Event Designing
• Meeting Planning