Denise Kaigler

Founder and Principal @Mdk Brand Management, Llc

Quincy, MA, US
EMAILS
d••••••••@umb.edu
MOBILE NUMBERS
+17•••••••40

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WORK HISTORY

Jul 2015 — Present

Founder and Principal @Mdk Brand Management, Llc

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MA, US

As the founder of MDK Brand Management, I help organizations and individuals stand out and break through. Services include brand strategy development, interactive workshops, and executive coaching/peer advisory support. We help nonprofits and small businesses enhance their mission and vision statements, define their unique value proposition, create their taglines and slogans, write key messages, and update their websites. We also facilitate interactive branding workshops that include numerous brand-enhancing activities. We often customize workshops for high-potential under-represented employees so they have the skills and tools to break through to the next level in their careers.

EDUCATION

1982 — 1985

Emerson College

BA, Journalism and Communications

SKILLS

Media RelationsCommunity RelationsIntegrated MarketingPublic RelationsCorporate CommunicationsCorporate BrandingManaging Agency RelationshipsStrategic CommunicationsStrategic PlanningCrisis CommunicationsSocial Media MarketingEvent ManagementInternal CommunicationsCommunity DevelopmentBrand ManagementManagementStrategyPress ReleasesLeadershipEvent PlanningWritingMarketing CommunicationsSocial Media

ABOUT DENISE KAIGLER

Denise Kaigler is a serial entrepreneur, leadership coach, media personality, and accomplished executive at some of the world\'s most iconic brands. She is driven by growth, results, and the thrill of building the next. Denise\'s journey spans the startup, nonprofit, and corporate worlds, and culminates in more than a decade of business ownership. In July 2025, Denise celebrated the 10th anniversary of her first company, MDK Brand Management, a boutique firm supporting the growth and development of small businesses, nonprofits, and executives. Among her services, Denise coaches and mentors mid-level leaders, helping to guide their journey to the next level of their careers. Also in July 2025, Denise and her business partner launched Mahogany Mates, LLC, a social engagement experience for Black singles 50+ seeking meaningful, in-person connections and companionship.As a media personality, Denise cohosts Mahogany Talks, a weekly podcast streaming on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Spotify. She also cohosts Mahogany Mates Sunday Brunch, a weekly radio show streaming on isoulboston.com. Denise and her business partner share real stories and practical lessons that empower people to uncover their potential and live their awesomeness every day. Before entrepreneurship, Denise built a decades-long corporate career, holding C-suite, executive, and senior leadership roles at Reebok International, adidas Group, Rockport, Nintendo, and Boston Scientific. She brings deep expertise in strategy, branding, public relations, and marketing to help organizations achieve results and individuals step fully into their awesomeness.In February 2025, Denise was selected as a Business Advisor for the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business (OMBW: BIB) program, where she coaches and advises sole proprietors as they grow and scale their businesses.Known for facilitating strong connections and asking the right questions, Denise helps leaders recognize challenges, uncover opportunities, and create inclusive environments that drive growth-focused action. Let’s connect.

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