Dedication and Differentiation

Denene’s unique insights and perspectives into community dynamics set her apart in the industry. Her work is distinguished by her dedication to community building and growth. As a trailblazing Black woman entrepreneur, Denene has achieved remarkable longevity and success, a feat few in her field have accomplished. She has created a multidisciplinary team that reflects the power and diversity of the communities they serve. Under her leadership, Zebra Strategies has flourished as a certified woman and minority-owned business renowned for its social impact and innovation.

Denene’s approach ensures that the motivations and cultural nuances of underrepresented groups are understood and appreciated, significantly enhancing the quality and relevance of her clients' products, services, and initiatives. Throughout her career, Denene has earned numerous awards and accolades, including being named a 2024 WPO Women2Watch honoree and receiving the 2022 Insights Association Research Laureate award.

Her dedication to advancing women in the marketing research industry was recognized with the WIRE Inaugural MRX Diversity Champion award. Additionally, she has been honored by The New York & New Jersey National Minority Supplier Development Council as Class II Supplier of The Year and ranked 2710 in the 2023 Inc. 5000. These achievements underscore her expertise and commitment to excellence in market research and community engagement.