Ep.8 Barista to Billion Dollar Leader: Denise Nelsen on Wellness, Mentorship & Life After Starbucks
What does it take to go from Starbucks barista to leading billion-dollar businesses?
In this episode of Sweat Community Podcast, Sheena sits down with Denise Nelsen, former Senior Vice President at Starbucks, former CEO of Smashburger, yoga teacher, mentor, and leadership advisor with SGNL.
Denise shares her journey from barista to executive leadership, the role wellness and movement played throughout her career, and how living in Colorado shaped her approach to health, fitness, and community. She also opens up about navigating career transitions, redefining success, and helping others find…
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