Woman of the Week – DeDe Miser

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
DeDe Miser

My Current Job/Company:
Director, Relationship Strategies/Nationwide

My Birthday:
June 1st

My Work:
I am responsible for overseeing the day-to-day internal strategic direction of Relationship Strategies – Financial Institution and Independent Channels – Annuities. As a member of the Relationship Strategies leadership team, I am tasked with leading a team that works with over 60 national key accounts, selling annuities, life insurance, mutual funds and retirement plan products. I work closely with the leadership team from other areas to build strategy and to execute on channel initiatives.

My Passion:
My faith, my family and giving back to others.

My Family:
My wonderful husband: Ivan
My daughter: Natasha
My son and daughter in-law: Derek and Ceara
My beautiful granddaughters: Aubrey and Noel
My parents: Harold and Betty Lewis
My siblings: Jill and Michael

My Hero or Heroes:
My Mom Betty and my 94 year old friend, Vi.

My Escape:
Hanging out with family and friends, shopping and traveling.

My Pet Peeve:
People who don’t give their best.

My Indulgence:
Mexican food.

My Roots:
My family and friends.

My Future:
Endless possibilities.

My Favorite Quote:
“Live to Believe in the Impossible.” (DeDe Miser)

My Accessory:
My smile.

My advice to Young Women:
Never give up on your dreams and stay focused.

How I Balance it All:
Know what is most important at all times.