Dana Blaesing

Dana Blaesing has an extensive work experience in various companies and roles. At ReaderLink, they currently hold the position of Vice President of Product Management, overseeing the strategic direction and operations of the Juvenile book categories. They are focused on building a successful team and achieving business objectives. Prior to this role, they served as a Senior Director, Product Management, driving double-digit growth in Children's and Young Adult categories.

Before joining ReaderLink, Dana worked at Phoenix International Publications, Inc. where they held the role of Director, International Business Operations & Development. They led a team in producing foreign language publishing programs for distribution to overseas businesses. They successfully addressed complex publishing and go-to-market challenges and ensured on-time delivery.

At Publications International, Dana served as an International Business Development Manager and played a key role in the growth of the international publishing division. They managed an international sales operations team, opened new offices, and facilitated licensing agreements. They also contributed as a writer and editor, authoring one of the company's most profitable top sellers.

Dana's early career started at The Walt Disney Company where they worked as a Writing Assistant and collaborated directly with John Hughes in the creation of movie scripts.

Overall, Dana Blaesing has a diverse background in product management, business development, international operations, and content creation in the publishing industry.

Between 1990 and 1994, Dana Blaesing attended Western Michigan University, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Communication and Journalism.