Renee Denton

Renee Denton has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and industries. Renee started their career in 2012 as an Assistant to the Company Accountant and HR Manager at ClubReady, Inc. In 2013, they worked as an HR Intern at CBS Radio and the University of Iowa - Human Resources as a Student Assistant. Renee then interned as an HR Intern at Monsanto Company in 2014 and worked as a Media Search and Outreach Assistant at the University of Iowa Admissions Visitor Center.

From 2015 to 2021, Renee held various positions at The University of Kansas. Renee worked as a Graduate Assistant Career Coach and a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2015 to 2017. From 2017 to 2019, they were an Academic Advisor and an Instructor. Renee'smost recent role at the university was as an Assistant Director of the Academic Learning Center, where they coordinated tutoring services and updated the center's websites.

Currently, Renee works at Compana Pet Brands, starting in 2021. Renee initially held the position of Human Resources Specialist until 2023. Renee now serves as a Human Resources Generalist, acting as a Junior HR Business Partner to a subset of corporate managers and supervisors. Renee'sresponsibilities include reviewing and developing company policies and procedures, maintaining the company handbook and HRIS system, and supporting the implementation of a new HRIS. Renee also handles employee relations matters, facilitates onboarding and offboarding, and runs data and metrics.

Overall, Renee Denton has had a progressive career with a focus on human resources and academic support.

Renee Denton attended the University of Iowa from 2011 to 2015, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology. Renee then pursued further education at The University of Kansas, graduating with a Master's Degree in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration in 2017.