Bio

Denise Kania is a marketing and grants professional with experience in marketing, community development, and strategic communications. She leads initiatives that elevate small cities such as the one she works in (DeFuniak Springs, FL) by marketing them as unique tourism destinations. From stepping forward and developing the city’s first comprehensive tourism marketing plan to helping organize impactful community events that attract regional and statewide audiences.

Her career began with more than 15 years in Dubai, where she specialized in real estate business development and international sales and marketing campaigns. This global experience strengthened her expertise in brand strategy, digital outreach, and cross-cultural communication skills she now applies to public sector growth and community engagement.

With over 20 years of combined business development and marketing experience, Denise excels at securing funding, building strategic partnerships, and creating campaigns that connect people to places. She is passionate about leveraging innovative marketing to foster economic vitality and long-term success for the communities she serves.