Denise Blackdeer-Wagner
Cottage Grove,WI
Summary
Multi-talented business leader bringing several years of experience as a successful professional. Strategic problem solver and change manager. Visionary executive implements plans that meet current and future needs. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Blackdeer Investment Group
Cottage Grove, WI
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
President
Greywolf Foundation
Cottage Grove, WI
01.2021 - Current
- Organized and facilitated board meetings, strategic planning sessions, and annual conferences.
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Established fundraising strategies to increase financial support for programs and services.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders such as donors, volunteers, partners, and sponsors.
Board of Directors Member
Tellurian
Madison, WI
01.2011 - Current
- Reviewed financial statements and monitored organizational performance against budgets.
- Identified areas of improvement in business operations and provided solutions to maximize efficiency.
- Attended board meetings and reviewed meeting agendas.
- Approved organizational strategies, budgets and business decisions.
- Participated in various committees to meet specialized goals.
Chairman of the Board
Greywolf Partners
Milwaukee, WI
01.2009 - 02.2025
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase board effectiveness.
- Prepared agendas for board meetings, ensuring that all necessary materials were available for review.
- Provided leadership in the development of policies and procedures governing board operations.
- Actively participated in strategic planning sessions to identify opportunities for growth and improvement within the organization.
- Advised senior management on key issues related to organizational structure, finances, investments, personnel decisions, and legal matters.
- Monitored industry trends to identify potential risks or areas of opportunity for the company.
Director
CARDS Closet- Sunshine Place
Sun Prairie, WI
01.2012 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize efficiency of operations.
- Developed and implemented social work policies and procedures.
- Supervised, trained, evaluated, and provided guidance to subordinate staff members.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in services or resources for clients.
- Facilitated crisis intervention sessions to assist clients in resolving conflicts.
- Monitored client progress and updated case notes accordingly.
- Developed strategies for promoting the mission of the organization within the community.
- Participated in professional development activities including attending conferences, workshops, seminars.
Group Fitness Coach
Prairie Athletic Club
Sun Prairie, WI
01.2010 - 08.2019
- Organized and conducted group fitness classes, ensuring safety of participants.
- Assisted members in proper exercise technique and form.
- Provided motivation to help participants reach their goals.
- Adapted exercises to meet the needs of different skill levels.
- Demonstrated how to use various pieces of equipment safely.
- Created new routines incorporating a variety of exercises.
- Designed customized programs based on individual goals and abilities.
Fitness Director
Cherokee Country Club
Madison, WI
01.2007 - 01.2011
Clinical Psychiatric Social Worker
Veterans Administration Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Provided individual and family therapy to clients with mental health issues.
- Conducted assessments of patient's needs and created treatment plans accordingly.
- Developed relationships with community resources and organizations to provide additional support for clients.
- Facilitated group psychotherapy sessions on topics such as anger management, stress reduction, and life skills development.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for clients.
- Assisted in the coordination of services between multiple agencies serving clients with behavioral health needs.
- Educated patients about mental health issues and available treatments options.
- Monitored patient progress towards recovery goals established in treatment plans.
- Advised families on how best to manage their loved one's mental illness symptoms at home.
- Participated in regular case reviews with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate effectiveness of treatment plans.
- Attended conferences, seminars, and workshops related to psychiatric social work practice.
Clinical Psychiatric Social Worker/HIV Case Manager
Veterans Administration Hospital
Madison, WI
01.1996 - 12.1996
- Developed relationships with community resources and organizations to provide additional support for clients.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for clients.
- Facilitated group psychotherapy sessions on topics such as anger management, stress reduction, and life skills development.
- Educated patients about mental health issues and available treatments options.
- Maintained detailed client records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and agency policies.
- Conducted outreach activities in the community to raise awareness about mental health services available locally.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI06-1995
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI06-1994
Skills
- Program Oversight
- Media Relations
- Partnership Development
- Leadership Team Building
- Strategic Planning
- Resource Navigation
- Client Confidentiality
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Needs Assessment
- Life Skills Development
- Staff Development
- Staff Training and Onboarding
Websites
Timeline
Owner
Blackdeer Investment Group
02.2025 - Current
President
Greywolf Foundation
01.2021 - Current
Director
CARDS Closet- Sunshine Place
01.2012 - 10.2023
Board of Directors Member
Tellurian
01.2011 - Current
Group Fitness Coach
Prairie Athletic Club
01.2010 - 08.2019
Chairman of the Board
Greywolf Partners
01.2009 - 02.2025
Fitness Director
Cherokee Country Club
01.2007 - 01.2011
Clinical Psychiatric Social Worker
Veterans Administration Hospital
01.1996 - 01.1999
Clinical Psychiatric Social Worker/HIV Case Manager
Veterans Administration Hospital
01.1996 - 12.1996
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Madison
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