Denise Ryan, Founder and Principal

Founder of Santa Cruz, California-based Blue Marble Marketing, Denise is widely recognized for her ability to successfully launch new ventures. Her strength is her capacity to quickly understand a new venture's formidable goals and to partner with CEOs in developing effective market strategies.

Denise's background includes VP Worldwide Marketing, Director of Channel Marketing, International Major Accounts Marketing and Line of Business Product Marketing for leading technology companies including Oracle, MicroPro International, and The Santa Cruz Operation. Denise served as Executive Director for The Enterprise Network, one of Silicon Valley's most successful entrepreneurial incubators.

Denise serves on the Board of Advisors for the Marina Technology Cluster in Monterey, CA, the Marketing Committee of MIT/Stanford VLAB, and the Global Woman's Leadership Council in Santa Clara, CA. Denise is a frequent speaker and moderator on Sustainable Brand Strategies, Building Strategic Partnerships, and Investor Relations. Denise holds a BA in English and Communications.