Denise Brewer

Denise Brewer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Founder/CEO | Journalist | Storyteller | 🔵 Campaign Consultant | Keynote Speaker & Coach

  • Education

    • Poynter Institute

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      Storytelling, Media and Marketing in Teams Excellence in Media and Communication

      Activities and Societies: Invited to join 15 top journalists from across the country we studied journalism history, modern trends and changes in media. My favorite was Storytelling in Teams: an intense series of topics assigned to different groupings with a tight deadline. We learned each other's skills, came together as a team to deliver a report (story) which was absolutely accurate,well written and compelling. Pass or fail. Those skills have transferred into every aspect of my life both professional and personal. Immersive studies of in all aspects of journalism and communication. Developed skills and techniques allowing me to quickly assess the people around me, create a team and deliver above the already high expectations.

    • University of Oklahoma

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      BA Broadcast, Journalism

      Worked my way through OU School of Journalism specializing in Broadcast. Waiting tables while carrying a full school load and graduating with honors taught me to prioritize, fine tune my relationship skills, always work hard, understand people and different forms of communication. Above all- never be afraid to get dirty and go for it!

  • Experience

    • KJRH

      Jan 1990 - Jan 1999
      Anchor

      Anchored 5, 6 and 10 o'clock news. Established reporting expertise in health, women's and family issues. Active in community and represented station at hundreds of events.

    • Stand Up Inc

      Jan 1993 - now
      Founder and President

      Stand Up Inc is a consulting company focused on your success. As experts in communication, messaging, public speaking and fundraising, we focus on your specific goals, turning possibilities into successful achievements. We’re proud to work hand in hand with professionals, candidates, students and nonprofits. Founder, Denise Brewer, is a passionate and accomplished Keynote Speaker excited to make your event memorable, motivational and successful. We teach public speaking, communications, marketing, writing, editing, fundraising, media, communications, presentation skills & highly sought after #campaign/#candidate skills which lead to winning elections. Denise is a nationally recognized journalist, communicator and #Democratic State Representative with more than 25 years as a professional communicator. Her experience as a candidate & politician, TV/Radio/Web reporter and anchor, national & local #spokesperson, speaking/presentation #coach and #certified #nonprofit fundraiser, provides a rare and unique skill set. Her passion for people, nonprofits, #candidates and love of research and data, allows her to tailor your coaching & consultation needs to your goals and success, as well as her keynote speeches to your specific audience. Show less

    • KTUL

      Jan 2000 - Jun 2005
      Health Team 8/Anchor

      Led Health Team 8 coverage of health, medical breakthroughs, women’s and family issues. Anchored daily segments and newscasts.

    • American Document Imaging of Tulsa (ADI Tulsa)

      Sept 2005 - Dec 2007
      Founder/Partner

      Converted paper documents into searchable, digital images. Employed 12 - 20 people depending on work load. All employees were part time, former full time professionals who wanted a flexible schedule. Most were stay at home moms with degrees in multiple fields. Quality of work was magnificent. Business was established quickly and branding highly successful. Managed Franchise success. Sold to a larger company for significant profit.

    • KWGS 89.5 Public Radio Tulsa

      Jan 2009 - May 2011
      NPR Morning Edition Anchor, Tulsa

      Local news anchor for Morning Edition, NPR. Broadcasts begin at 6am and end just after 9am. Manage and produce entire broadcast, including control board, editing, recording, producing and anchoring. Local news initiative began January 2009, expanded 2010 and is still growing.

    • Williams and Williams World Wide Real Estate Auction

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2012
      Host/Anchor

      Host live real estate auctions from around the world for Williams and Williams, AuctionNetwork.com

    • Keller Williams Midtown Tulsa

      May 2014 - Dec 2017
      Realtor

      Real estate is in my blood! As the daughter of a USAF/NSA officer I've moved more than 30 times all over the world. Made Tulsa my home in 1990. While bringing you the news every day I was also buying and selling my own properties. Everything from remodels to new construction. An expert in research with access to local, state and national databases I'm able to create a laser targeted marketing plan. That means finding the perfect buyers, sellers and properties making your goals a reality in a fast, solid, SOLD transaction. Show less

    • State of Oklahoma

      Nov 2018 - Nov 2022
      State Representative

      Served as an avid advocate for top legislative priorities at the capitol, such as healthcare, fully-funded education, solar power, prevention/healing of domestic violence and child abuse, improving the health and lives of Oklahomans while promoting real change to the state in accordance with other needs. With my dedication to the people I serve and who elected me, I’ve co-authored 100+ bi-partisan bills while supporting solid legislation, offering amendments, debates and serving on a wide range of committees to decide which legislation goes to the House floor for consideration. I also collaborate hand-in-hand with a bi-partisan network of fellow Representatives and Senators to work toward best outcomes for the state.https://www.okhouse.gov/members/District.aspx?District=71 Show less

    • The Oklahoma Academy for State Goals

      Oct 2019 - Oct 2019
      Leadership Development Program

      The Oklahoma Academy defines leadership as the ability to get people moving in a single direction. One of themost effective ways of achieving that goal is utilizing a process like the Town Hall. The Town Hall incorporatesall the elements of a successful consensus-driven process by emphasizing collaboration, cooperation, egalitarianism, inclusivity, and participation. Each must be in place to arrive at the destination improving the overallbusiness climate and quality of life for Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Academy’s Town Hall process is successfulin implementing recommendations unlike any other because strong group relationships have been developedthrough the process that results in greater trust amongst the attendees. By “leading” a diverse group of Oklahomans through the Town Hall process, the Oklahoma Academy provides a value-added service unlike any other. Show less

    • Politics Correctly

      Nov 2022 - Oct 2023
      VP Development and Marketing

      Manage fundraising and marketing for newly established PAC focused on helping strong candidates alleviate campaign debt so they will run again.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Crisis Response Team Training

      National Organization of Victim Advocates
      Jun 2025
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    • Victim Advocacy

      Nations Organization of Victim Advocates
      Jun 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • Nonprofit Essentials Certificate

      NonprofitReady
      View certificate certificate
    • YogaFit

      YogaFit
    • Grant Seeking

      Cornerstone Foundation
      Sept 2023
    • Fundraising & Major Donor Stewardship

      Center for Nonprofit Management - Nashville, TN
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Prevention of Child Abuse Advocate of the Year 2020,2021 & 2022 Oklahoma Institute on Child Abuse Mar 2020
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Broadcaster of the Year AP Jun 2009 Chosen by Kaiser Foundation as one half of team tasked with creating strong local news presence within NPR morning news broadcast
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Absolute Best News Anchor Oklahoma Urban Tulsa
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Broadcast of the Year AP News Awarded Broadcast of the Year for overall excellence throughout entire news program.
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Journalist of the Year NCCJ National Coalition of Christians and Jews
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      National Communicator of the Year, American Lung Association American Lung Association, USA
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Oklahoma Women’s Advocate -
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Top Producer Keller Williams Midtown Real Estate In honor of million+ dollars of real estate sales.
    • Awarded to Denise Brewer
      Woman of the Year in Media Women of Oklahoma
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Director of Development

      Issued by School of St. Mary, Tulsa, OK
      School of St. Mary, Tulsa, OKAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Communications Chair

      Issued by American Lung Association
      American Lung AssociationAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Chair, cooking Up Compassion

      Issued by Catholic Charities, Tulsa, OK
      Catholic Charities, Tulsa, OKAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Capital Campaign for Building Improvement and Expansion

      Issued by School of St. Mary, Tulsa, OK
      School of St. Mary, Tulsa, OKAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Development

      Issued by School and Church of St. Mary, Tulsa, OK
      School and Church of St. Mary, Tulsa, OKAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Major Gifts Officer

      Issued by Catholic Charities Tulsa
      Catholic Charities TulsaAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Public Speaker

      Issued by Catholic Charities
      Catholic CharitiesAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Candidate Recruitment

      Issued by Tulsa County Democratic Party
      Tulsa County Democratic PartyAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Public Speaker

      Issued by The Parent Child Center of Tulsa on Jan 2021
      The Parent Child Center of TulsaAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • VP Development & Marketing

      Issued by Politics Correctly on Oct 2022
      Politics CorrectlyAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Media and Marketing

      Issued by Earth Day, Tulsa, OK on Nov 2022
      Earth Day, Tulsa, OKAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Major Donors New Building Campaign

      Issued by Catholic Charities, Tulsa, OK on Jan 2005
      Catholic Charities, Tulsa, OKAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Board Member

      Issued by American Heart Association on Apr 1994
      American Heart AssociationAssociated with Denise Brewer
    • Board Member

      Issued by American Lung Association on Aug 1996
      American Lung AssociationAssociated with Denise Brewer