Denise McFadden

Denise McFadden is a Lecturer and Director of Professionalism Programming in the University of Central Florida's College of Business, specifically within the Office of Professional Development. She holds over 15 years of professional experience in leadership, training, HR, and process improvement across private, public, and startup sectors. Her role focuses on enhancing student and employer experiences through career professionalism programs like the Career Professionalism Series courses and events such as Welcome to the Majors and The Invitational. She manages the Career Development and Employer Relations team, emphasizing student success in securing internships and professional roles.

Education: Salesforce Administration Certification, Bachelor’s in Business Administration and Management, and an MBA in Leadership from Belhaven University. Her research interests center on career paths and student professional development strategies. Notable achievements include her role as Faculty Member of the Game at UCF football events and recognition in the Faculty Spotlight series.

Key Contributions:

• Designs and oversees career-focused programming for undergraduate students
• Leads employer relations initiatives to bridge academia and industry
• Specializes in Salesforce/Knightline systems for the College of Business