Denver N. Ritz

Denver N. Ritz is an experienced professional in talent and organizational development, currently serving as the Head of Talent and Organizational Development at Hormel Foods since April 2021, where responsibilities include enhancing company effectiveness through talent management practices. Previous roles include Manager of Global Performance Management at Sysco and various positions at the Miss America Organization, Nationwide, Greater Des Moines Partnership, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, and Aviva. Denver's educational background includes a Master of Science in Management and Human Resources from Purdue University and a BA in Business Management from William Penn University. In addition to professional roles, Denver has actively participated in community initiatives, serving as a Certified Adjudicator and Coach for the Miss America Organization and holding leadership positions advocating for diversity and inclusion.