Denise DeTommaso, MA, MBA
Career Ownership Coach | The Entrepreneur's Source
I help corporate professionals explore business and franchise ownership — at no cost.
30 years in corporate. Then I got laid off. Here's what I learned.
I spent nearly 30 years building other people's businesses before I built my own — and today, I help corporate professionals do exactly what I did.
My path started in nutrition, working as a dietitian with critically ill patients. I loved the work but couldn't build the income or lifestyle I wanted, so I moved into corporate biotech. I spent three decades in drug development and manufacturing, helped launch several startups, and then in my 50s, I got laid off.
I realized how hard it would be to re-enter the corporate world at the level I'd worked so hard to reach. That's when I discovered business ownership as a real, structured option — not a leap into the unknown.
Today, as a Career Ownership Coach with The Entrepreneur's Source, I help people:
- Figure out what they actually want professionally and financially
- Explore 300+ business and franchise ownership opportunities across industries
- Find a model that fits their goals, budget, and lifestyle
Using tools like DISC, I help clients cut through assumptions and fear and make decisions based on facts. There's no cost for my coaching and no pressure to buy anything — it's an education-first process.
How I Can Help You
Career Transition Coaching
If you've been laid off, are worried about aging out of your role, or simply want something different — I help you get clear on what's next before making any moves.
Business Ownership Exploration
I guide you through evaluating franchise and business ownership models from over 300 opportunities, matched to your income goals, lifestyle, and strengths.
Franchise Consulting
Not all franchise opportunities are created equal. I help you evaluate the right fit objectively, using a structured discovery process rather than guesswork or sales pressure.
DISC Assessment & Coaching
Using the DISC assessment tool, I help uncover your ideal work style, decision-making preferences, and leadership strengths — so any opportunity you pursue is built around who you actually are.
There is no cost for my coaching services, and no obligation to pursue any opportunity.
Trusted By Professionals Across Industries
Denise coaches through The Entrepreneur's Source — North America's leading Career Ownership Coaching organization, helping professionals for over 40 years.
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