Debbie Sonnentag

Debbie Sonnentag started their work experience at Kimberly-Clark in 1987 as a Financial Analyst and Internal Control Coordinator. Debbie then moved on to Schering-Plough where they held various roles, including Associate Director of Customer Service and Manager of Financial Services. During their time at Schering-Plough, they implemented a new order management system and created new policies and procedures for financial services.

In 2001, Sonnentag joined Merck as a Customer Team Leader for Kmart before transitioning into the role of Customer Business Manager for Coppertone at Walmart. Debbie eventually became the Director of Category Development for Walmart, where they led a team and focused on strategy alignment, cross-functional collaboration, and talent development to drive category growth.

After leaving Merck in 2015, Sonnentag worked at White Wave Soy Foods as the Director of Category and Insights. Debbie then joined Paris Presents Incorporated in 2016 as the Director of Sales.

Most recently, Sonnentag is enjoying their retirement as the owner of Sonnentag Enterprise starting in 2021.

From 1984 to 1987, Debbie Sonnentag attended the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and received a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a major in Finance.