Deanna Howard Simari

Deanna Howard Simari has extensive experience in strategic sourcing and project management, currently serving as Manager of Strategic Sourcing at Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) since October 2014. Prior to this role, Deanna held various positions at TTI, Inc. from June 2005 to October 2014, including Strategic Quote Project Manager, Quote/IQ Resource Manager, and Account Representative, where responsibilities included managing large customer quotations, negotiating significant contracts, and driving business development strategies. Early career experiences include internships at The Reynolds Company and Deloitte & Touche, focusing on purchasing processes and compliance reviews. Deanna holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Distribution from Texas A&M University and an MBA in Corporate Finance from The University of Dallas.