“My work is my passion. My passion is my work. I am one of those lucky people who gets to combine everything I enjoy – teaching, performing, creating, working with fantastic people – with the satisfaction of seeing immediate results. If I ever need reinforcement, it happens every time someone responds by saying, “This has changed my life.””

As the driving force behind DCODE Communications, Dene has a passion for communication that creates relationships. Her exciting, energetic style draws from a rich combination of skills and expertise. She holds a Master’s degree in Education, with a concentration in Drama and curriculum. This academic background led to over 20 years of work as a secondary school teacher and administrator. She is former President of the Dramatic Arts Teachers’ Association and retains a profound interest in arts education, where she was instrumental in the development of Ontario’s curriculum. Building on her base as a director, choreographer, and teacher, Dene moved into the business world in 1993. For over 18 years, she has refined her skills as a trainer, consultant, coach, and speaker to international corporations, helping thousands of people to speak and be heard. Dene brings her dynamic personality to all she does, providing a unique perspective to the needs of adult learners and the strategies they can employ to engage all types of audiences.

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