Michael Tensley

About Michael Tensley

With nearly 15 years of experience in the consumer packaged goods industry, I’ve had the opportunity to lead and grow businesses ranging from nimble start-ups to multifaceted, billion-dollar portfolios. Throughout my career, I’ve developed deep expertise in managing complex P & Ls, building strategic plans across the 4Ps, and delivering both top- and bottom-line results that create lasting value for consumers, customers, and shareholders.At the heart of my leadership style is a commitment to trust, psychological safety, and collaboration. I believe that highly engaged and empowered teams are the key to unlocking breakthrough performance—and I strive to create a culture where people feel supported, challenged, and inspired to do their best work. This people-first mindset, combined with a sharp focus on execution, has enabled me to consistently deliver end-to-end results across diverse business models and stages of growth.I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Furman University and an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth.

Experience

1. Sr Manager Brand Marketing, Essentia Water

   Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages

   Apr 2026 — Present · Arlington, VA, US

Education

• The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing; General Management

  2016 — 2018

• Vesalius College

  Business Administration and Management, General

  2010 — 2010

• Furman University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration, Cum Laude

  2008 — 2012

Skills

• Competitive Analysis
• Ac Nielsen
• Analytics
• Market Analysis
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Planning
• Human Resources
• Consumer Products
• Social Media Marketing
• Market Research
• Marketing Strategy
• Marketing
• Management
• Iri
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Team Leadership
• Pricing
• Sales
• Finance
• Analytical Skills
• Analysis
• Leadership
• Retail
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Data Analysis