Denise Nelson | The Garage Group

Denise Nelson

Director - Lean Research


Let's Chat: denise@thegaragegroup.com

Denise is the kind of person who can “see through the noise” and finds connections where others find chaos – a talent that stems from years leading consumer innovation for big CPG brands, plus a unique foundation in chemical engineering.  

At TGG, Denise heads up agile research, digging deep into consumer insights to uncover what’s working, what’s not, and what’s ripe for reinvention. Her unique blend of technical expertise and consumer understanding sparks fresh ideas and innovative strategies that drive real impact.

Denise’s Superpower

Denise is the master of seeing the bigger picture—she listens, observes, and asks the right questions to uncover hidden opportunities and create strategies that make an unexpected impact.

Fun Fact About Denise –

Denise grew up in a family of DIYers and problem-solvers—a tradition she continues with her husband and kids. Whether fixing machines, tackling electrical or plumbing projects, or understanding the inner workings of systems, she has a natural drive to figure out how things work and how to make them better.