Dena Oneal

About Dena Oneal

I’m Dena Oneal, a people-first leader with a background in education and a strong…

Experience

1. Director of Operations & People

   Stones River Consulting

   Oct 2020 — Present · Murfreesboro, TN, US

   As the Director of Operations & People at Stones River Consulting, I drive operational excellence and foster a people-first culture within a 100% remote environment. I oversee day-to-day operations, internal communications, and strategic project management, ensuring efficiency and alignment with company goals.Key responsibilities include: Operational Leadership: Develop and implement organizational strategies, policies, and best practices to optimize workflow and productivity. Technology & Vendor Management: Manage company technology needs, negotiate service agreements, and oversee third-party vendors to secure optimal solutions for the company and clients. HR & Benefits Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits, ensuring a competitive and supportive work environment. Procurement & Decision-Making: Oversee purchasing decisions to balance cost-effectiveness with quality. Community Engagement & Public Speaking: Represent Stones River Consulting through public speaking engagements, community outreach, and industry events to build relationships and expand our impact.Passionate about streamlining operations, enhancing workplace culture, and driving sustainable growth, I thrive in balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution.

Education

• University of Tennessee, Knoxville

  Bachelor's degree, Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist

  1988 — 1992

• Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)

  Master of Education (M.Ed.), Literacy

  2007 — 2011

Skills

• Rti
• Case Management
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Adolescents
• Educational Consulting
• Literacy
• Classroom Management
• Reading/Math Interventionist
• Guided Reading
• Provisionally Certified Trainer in Olweus Bullying Prevention Program
• Iep
• Classroom
• Nonprofits
• K-12
• Cpi Trainer
• Curriculum Mapping
• Training
• High School Education
• Learning Disabilities
• Special Education
• Adult Education
• Staff Consultation
• Fundraising
• Positive Behavior Support
• Instructional Technology
• Teacher Training
• Staff Development
• Integrating Technology in the Classroom
• Community Outreach
• Behavior Management
• Teaching Reading
• Teaching
• Interventions
• Educational Technology
• Early Intervention
• Program Development
• Educational Leadership
• Student Counseling
• Public Speaking
• Crisis Intervention