Areas of expertise
With six years in upscale dining, premium service, and almost two years in social media marketing, Dennis excels in brand development, luxury hospitality, and VIP relations. Skilled in front of house operations, event coordination, and strategic marketing, he drives brand awareness, guest engagement, and operational greatness.
Experience
Thus far, Dennis is currently managing social media stories for an Instagram account of 1.3M followers.
He led marketing and brand strategy for a CPG brand social media account on Instagram with 120k+ followers and used influencer partnerships and PR to drive brand engagement, blending expertise in marketing and events.
Education
Dennis attended and graduated from Loyola Marymount University with a BBA in Marketing.
Member of A-LIST Marketing Educational Pathway and Marketing Society. At LMU, he gained expertise in brand storytelling, strategic management, consumer psychology, and business ethics.
3 Questions With Dennis
What’s the best thing you cook?
Popcorn shrimp tacos with a jicima shell and fresh pico de gallo salsa.When was a memorable time you made lemonade out of lemons?
My first social media and marketing role was a long lesson in turning challenges into opportunities. I worked closely with the owner, who became a mentor and friend, who gave me the freedom to experiment, make mistakes, and grow. Together, we worked towards building a small but established brand, driven by shared values and a belief that anything was possible.Why do you love working in food and beverage PR?
With an extensive background in restaurants and hospitality, it has become customary for me to appreciate the culture of different foods, drinks, and environments. Food has created a sense of community that I want to be a part of.