Denise Nieland

Denise Nieland is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management and business analysis. Currently serving as a Senior Project Manager at Johnsonville since October 2022, Denise previously held the position of Director of Project Management at Jack & Annie's for nine months in 2022. Denise's long tenure at Johnsonville Sausage from 1996 to 2022 included roles such as Senior Project Manager and Senior Business Analyst in Sales & Marketing, where responsibilities involved leading complex, high-stakes projects and managing the SAP Trade Promotion Management system. Denise began a career in project management focused on new product development and served as a User Advocate, bridging the gap between business needs and IT solutions. Denise holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Northern Michigan University, earned between 1983 and 1987.