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DENNIS SWART

Howard Lake,MN

Summary

Marketing and operations professional with extensive experience designing, launching and managing member programs that help companies achieve their acquisition, engagement and retention business objectives. Proven track record of developing strong client and vendor relationships, implementing operational efficiencies, and cost-saving initiatives. Known for strong work ethic, problem-solving, team building, and operating within complex business environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Operations

ICARIO
06.2018 - 04.2025
  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the company's direct mail, date capture and translation and voiceover channels supporting client's health and wellness programs
  • Assisted with the development and integration of other channels including call center and rewards
  • Sunset seven vendors to consolidate the company's vendor footprint
  • Reduced direct mail annual costs by 44% through vendor consolidation and process improvements resulting in $2M in cost savings
  • Identified, launched and managed the company's first AI operations vendor, reducing annual translation and voiceover costs by 74%
  • Developed strong cross functional relationships with key stakeholders in other departments
  • Fostered a team culture with the lowest turnover rate in the company

Director of Reward and Incentive Programs

ICARIO
03.2015 - 05.2018
  • Responsible for the development and launch of the company's core health and wellness product offering
  • Developed the pricing model used to forecast client costs and anticipated program results
  • On-boarded numerous multichannel client programs
  • Managed the products ecosystem to ensure ongoing program success and product evolution
  • Worked cross functionally from Sales to Client Services and Operations

Account Director

AIMIA
10.2012 - 12.2014
  • Directed cross-functional teams in the delivery of the strategy, IT platform and rewards procurement and management for Kellogg's Family Rewards loyalty program
  • Traveled regularly to client headquarters to analyze program performance and discuss opportunities for improvement with budget and program owners
  • Improved profitability and overall client relationship of $2M account
  • Oversaw the development, launch and management of >150 promotion and bonus offers
  • Oversaw integration between the loyalty platform and client's CRM database to enable a consolidated view of the customer
  • Grew program membership from

Account Supervisor

AIMIA
03.2008 - 10.2012
  • Led the re-design and launch of Procter & Gamble's Pampers Rewards loyalty program
  • Managed all program services including IT, rewards management, creative and analytics
  • Increased digital marketing footprint through the launch of a mobile and Facebook app
  • Increased member acquisition by 6% and engagement by >60%
  • Increased program ROI by >50%
  • Expanded the program internationally because of the North America program's success

Product Manager

AIMIA
03.2006 - 03.2008
  • Performed market and competitor research to inform product and capability development
  • Defined, developed and managed the companies' go-to-market customer loyalty products
  • Assessed client programs to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Performed robust assessment of multiple technology platforms to inform go forward global platform recommendation to senior leadership
  • Created marketing materials for the Sales team

Consumer Strategist

AIMIA
09.2004 - 03.2006

Worked with prospective clients to identify challenges and marketing objectives

  • Developed loyalty program strategy, design and treatments to drive consumer behaviors
  • Presented program concepts to clients

Manager – Retail Client Group

ACCENTURE
09.1998 - 09.2004
  • Provided consulting services for retail clients including Best Buy, Meijer, Office Depot, Saks 5th Avenue and Walgreens
  • Analyzed Merchandising and Marketing processes and effectiveness to identify areas for improvement
  • Developed, managed and implemented change leading to improvements in efficiency and effectiveness, consistently realizing multimillion-dollar benefits

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

SAINT JOHN'S UNIVERSITY
Collegeville, MN

Skills

  • Strategic planning & execution
  • Process improvement
  • Digital marketing
  • Integrated marketing
  • Direct marketing
  • Program & project management
  • Account management
  • P&L management
  • Product development
  • Vendor management
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Communication & interpersonal skills
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Technology savvy

Timeline

Director, Operations

ICARIO
06.2018 - 04.2025

Director of Reward and Incentive Programs

ICARIO
03.2015 - 05.2018

Account Director

AIMIA
10.2012 - 12.2014

Account Supervisor

AIMIA
03.2008 - 10.2012

Product Manager

AIMIA
03.2006 - 03.2008

Consumer Strategist

AIMIA
09.2004 - 03.2006

Manager – Retail Client Group

ACCENTURE
09.1998 - 09.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

SAINT JOHN'S UNIVERSITY
DENNIS SWART