I am a strategic programs manager and lead strategic business analyst with 15+ years of experience guiding portfolio strategy, GTM, and AI readiness across SaaS, fintech, and consumer markets. I partner with C-suite and product leaders to turn market intelligence into actionable roadmaps, dashboards, and scalable business models that grow ARR and reduce risk. I excel at building strategic functions, aligning brand and product narratives, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable outcomes. My track record includes portfolio assessments, M&A support, and leading integrated marketing, product, and GTM initiatives across global teams.

Denise Wuethrich Schlieren

I am a strategic programs manager and lead strategic business analyst with 15+ years of experience guiding portfolio strategy, GTM, and AI readiness across SaaS, fintech, and consumer markets. I partner with C-suite and product leaders to turn market intelligence into actionable roadmaps, dashboards, and scalable business models that grow ARR and reduce risk. I excel at building strategic functions, aligning brand and product narratives, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable outcomes. My track record includes portfolio assessments, M&A support, and leading integrated marketing, product, and GTM initiatives across global teams.

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I am a strategic programs manager and lead strategic business analyst with 15+ years of experience guiding portfolio strategy, GTM, and AI readiness across SaaS, fintech, and consumer markets. I partner with C-suite and product leaders to turn market intelligence into actionable roadmaps, dashboards, and scalable business models that grow ARR and reduce risk.

I excel at building strategic functions, aligning brand and product narratives, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable outcomes. My track record includes portfolio assessments, M&A support, and leading integrated marketing, product, and GTM initiatives across global teams.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Tagalog
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Strategic Business Analyst at Appfire
April 1, 2021 - November 1, 2025
Built and led the Strategic Business Analysis team for EMEA; partnered with the CEO, Chief of Staff, CPO, and Product leaders on portfolio strategy and ARR protection. Produced dashboards, forecasting models, and competitive intelligence across a 200+ app ecosystem. Conducted TAM analysis, M&A valuations, and AI-risk scoring. Authored AI strategy and product value-capture roadmaps.
Marketing Communications Manager at Beecoom AG
February 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Led brand strategy, internal/executive communications, and content for Beecoom products, services, and World Web Forum.
Marketing Communications Manager at Beecoom AG
July 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021
Managed global marketing and product communications for one of Atlassian's most-installed workflow apps (JSU). Strengthened category leadership through enterprise GTM and adoption campaigns.
Marketing Office Manager at SolidusLink AG
November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2018
Owned brand positioning, product messaging, and GTM strategy. Managed cross-border product rollout across Switzerland, United States, and Asia.
Marketing Consultant at Mundo Builders Inc.
March 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015
Led full rebrand, repositioning the company from 25 to 200+ employees; shifted business from B2C retail builds to B2B commercial clients.
Marketing Manager at Watsons Philippines
November 1, 2010 - November 1, 2012
Tripled Own Label sales via Switch & Save campaign; led brand architecture and integrated marketing for retail and e-commerce.
Team Publisher – Print & Digital at Summit Media
August 1, 2006 - September 1, 2010
Managed top lifestyle and business brands; spearheaded digital transformation, shifting legacy print brands into mobile and online ecosystems.
Associate Publisher at Summit Media
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Promoted within one year for exceptional performance managing Candy & Seventeen brands.
Account Manager at Ace Saatchi & Saatchi
January 1, 2005 - July 1, 2006
Managed major P&G accounts (Ariel, Olay) across creative, media, planning, and production; led cross-functional agency teams and delivered campaigns with measurable market-share gains.
Content Manager & Social Media Manager at Beecoom AG
April 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Drove content for World Web Forum; contributed to sold-out international conferences. Created narrative and content foundation across 10+ brand platforms.
Marketing Communications Manager at Appfire
July 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021
Managed global marketing and product communications for one of Atlassian’s most-installed workflow apps, J SU. Strengthened category leadership through enterprise GTM and adoption campaigns.
Marketing Communications Manager at Beekom AG
February 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Led brand strategy, internal/executive communications, and content for Beekom products, services, and World Web Forum.
Content Manager & Social Media Manager at Beekom AG
April 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Drove World Web Forum content, contributed to sold-out international conferences, and created narrative and content foundations across 10+ brand platforms.
Marketing Office/Marketing Communications Manager at SolidusLink AG
November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2018
Owned brand positioning, product messaging, and GTM strategy. Managed cross-border product rollout across Switzerland, United States, and Asia.
Assistant Publisher at Summit Media
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Promoted for exceptional performance managing Candy & Seventeen brands; supported print and digital initiatives.
Account Manager at Ace Satchi & Satchi
January 1, 2005 - July 1, 2006
Managed major P&G accounts (Ariel, Olay) across creative, media, planning, and production. Led cross-functional agency teams and delivered campaigns with measurable market-share gains.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Anglia Ruskin University
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (Tracks Management and Communications) at Ateneo de Manila University
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (Tracks: Management & Communications) at Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Financial Services, Retail, Education